American Thoracic Society Stands in Solidarity with Iranian Colleagues Amid Protests
New York, NY – Oct. 27, 2022 – In light of increased violence against protestors in Iran, Gregory Downey, MD, ATSF, president of the American Thoracic Society, issued the following statement, today:
“The flagrant attacks by Iranian security forces on protestors in Iran have been playing out across the media. Much to our dismay, the injured are avoiding needed health care in fear of retaliation against them and health care personnel. The American Thoracic Society strongly denounces the use of violence against Iranian protestors as well as our medical colleagues caring for the injured. We stand in solidarity with our Iranian colleagues today, tomorrow and until the Iranian authorities stop flouting human rights laws.”
