Sequential ambiguity and uncertainty in the early stage of a disaster relief: A case study of the Bam earthquake.

This study aimed to identify issues that arose during the early response stage of the Bam earthquake as perceived by the aid workers. Eleven people who had been involved in the Bam earthquake response, and who were working for the Red Crescent in Iran or the Kerman University of Medical Science teams, were interviewed. These groups were two of the main organizations providing assistance to victims of the Bam earthquake.

Pathways to Addiction: A Gender-Based Study on Drug Use in a Triangular Clinic and Drop-in Center, Kerman, Iran.

Background: Addiction is characterized differently among women and men, and they begin using drugs for different reasons and motives.

Objectives: The aim of the study was to explore the gendered experiences and patterns of illicit drug use initiation in an Iranian context.

Patients And Methods: A total of 29 participants (15 men and 14 women) took part in in-depth interviews conducted at a HIV triangulation clinic (for men and women) and drop-in-center for women in Kerman in 2011.