'Don't take us to a hospital': Iran protesters treated in secret to avoid arrest

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 5 min read 100% complete January 28, 2026 at 06:28 PM

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Following anti-government protests in Iran, injured protesters are avoiding hospitals due to fear of arrest by security forces. Many are relying on clandestine treatment from doctors and volunteers in private homes. One protester, Tara, described being shot by security forces in Isfahan and subsequently treated at a private residence to avoid arrest. Healthcare workers report security forces monitoring hospitals and patient records to identify injured protesters. The US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA) reports thousands of deaths and injuries related to the protests, but the full extent is unknown due to internet shutdowns and restrictions on international reporting.

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United States 30% Soroush Pakzad 40% Tehran 40% Nima 40% Isfahan 50% BBC ×250% Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA) ×260% BBC Persian 60% Tara ×470% Security Forces (Iran) ×580% Iran ×290%

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iran protests 100% security forces 90% arrest 80% secret treatment 80% injured protesters 70% healthcare workers 60% human rights 50% birdshot wounds 50% internet shutdown 40%

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