ArticleJournal of education and health promotion2019
Preparedness challenges of the Iranian health system for dust and sand storms: A qualitative study.
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- Health Effects of Desert Dust Storms in Children With Asthma: Knowledge, Perceptions and Practices of School Health Visitors in Cyprus.Nursing research and practice · 2025Article
- Disaster planning approaches in Iran's health system: A mixed-methods study.Journal of education and health promotion · 2022Article
- Early warning system-related challenges in health sector: A qualitative content analysis study in Iran.Journal of education and health promotion · 2020Article
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Abstract
backgroundThe dust and sand storms (DSS) in Iran increased in recent years, which have caused adverse health effects. Regarding the effects of DSS on the health indicators, the health system plays a key role based on the mission and the services which it provides. The present study was conducted, in Iran, to fill the existing knowledge gap and to understand the preparedness challenges of the health system in response to the DSS. MATERIALS AND
methodsTwenty-one semi-structured interviews, in 2016-2017, were undertaken. This study carried out using purposeful sampling with key informants in the Khuzestan Province, national policymakers in Tehran, as well as people affected by this phenomenon. A qualitative approach, using the conventional content analysis, was employed to analyze the collected data.
resultsFour main categories that appear to explain the preparedness challenges of the health system for DSS include the risk assessment, knowledge management, organizational elements, as well as monitoring and evaluation.
conclusionsIt is imperative that policymakers of the country pay special attention to the hazard risk understanding and managing the various aspects of the beliefs and attitudes associated with DSS. The development of early warning system, regular drills and exercises, as well as public and specialized health promotion training related to this phenomenon are suggested.
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