Publications by authors named "Masoumeh Abbasabadi-Arab"
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- Climate change is caused by human activities that change our atmosphere, and it's important for health systems to adapt to these changes, especially in Iran.
- This research involved interviews and questionnaires with experts to find out how strong or weak Iran's health system is when facing climate change challenges.
- The study found many factors impacting resilience, with Iran's health system positioned in a specific category, suggesting it needs strategies to improve and adapt to climate challenges.
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- Arbaeen is a significant religious event that attracts large crowds, but during the Covid-19 pandemic, such gatherings could increase virus transmission and strain healthcare systems.
- A study was conducted using both qualitative and quantitative methods to assess the risks associated with the Arbaeen ceremony amidst the pandemic, involving discussions with health representatives.
- The findings revealed high-risk factors, including rising Covid-19 cases and potential exposure to new variants, emphasizing the need for effective risk management and preparedness strategies in planning for mass gatherings like Arbaeen.
Background: Nosocomial infections usually occur 48 hours after admission to the hospital or up to 72 hours after discharge from the hospital. They lead to an increase in mortality and health costs. The purpose of this study is to measure the knowledge, attitude, and performance of paramedical staff about nosocomial infection control.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: With the unprecedented expansion of COVID-19 in the world since December 2019, Iran's health system, like other countries, faced various challenges in managing the disease, which led to numerous experiences and lessons learned. This study was conducted to identify these challenges regarding unique political, economic, and cultural issues, which could help other countries with similar situations.
Methods: The present study was performed using a qualitative multi-method approach with a content analysis method.
Risk Assessment of COVID-19 in the Iranian Health System.
Disaster Med Public Health Prep
October 2022
Objective: The outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has exerted unprecedented pressure on healthcare systems throughout the world. This study was designed to develop a national health emergency management program based on risk assessment for COVID-19.
Methods: Mixed-methods research was used.
Developing a Hospital Disaster Risk Management Evaluation Model.
Risk Manag Healthc Policy
December 2019
Purpose: Disasters are increasing worldwide and hospitals should be prepared to respond well to such disasters. An effective hospital disaster risk management program saves peoples' lives, reduces damage to the hospital properties and assures hospital service continuity. This article aimed to develop and verify a Hospital Disaster Risk Management Evaluation model (HDRME).
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