World United Against Malaria - 3 fils
Issued in 1962, this stamp commemorates the World United Against Malaria Campaign, an international health initiative organized under the auspices of the World Health Organization (WHO). The design features the WHO emblem incorporating the Rod of Asclepius and an Anopheles mosquito, symbolizing the global fight against malaria, one of the most widespread infectious diseases of the twentieth century. Countries around the world participated in coordinated efforts aimed at mosquito control, disease prevention, public education, and improved medical treatment.
By issuing this commemorative stamp, the Republic of Iraq demonstrated its support for international public health cooperation and the worldwide campaign against malaria. The issue highlighted the importance of disease prevention, medical research, and public health programs in protecting communities and improving living conditions, while emphasizing the value of global collaboration in combating infectious diseases and promoting human well-being.