The dynamics of mental health policy in Iran over the last century.

Background: Mental disorders represent a significant global health concern, accounting for a substantial proportion of disabilities worldwide. Given its significance, it has consistently been a priority for health policy makers. The aim was to provide a comprehensive assessment of mental disorder-related policy events and related interventions in Iran.

Identifying the facilitators of Iran's alcoholic beverage black market and presenting solutions for harm reduction: a qualitative document analysis.

Background: Despite Iran's prohibition politics regarding alcoholic beverages consumption, marketing, and trading, there is a flourishing black market. Often, alcohol producers on this black market do not adhere alcohol production standards, resulting in a lot of deaths and significant consequences each year. Accordingly, this study was carried out to identify facilitators for the growth of the black market for alcoholic beverages in Iran and provide solutions for harm reduction.

Assessing patient satisfaction with hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis care and associated factors in Iran.

Purpose: With the increasing demand for dialysis, there is a growing emphasis on patient-centered care. This study investigated patients' satisfaction levels with peritoneal dialysis (PD) and hemodialysis (HD) care in Iran.

Methods: A cross-sectional multicenter study was conducted among 346 patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) covered by the Iran Health Insurance Organization who received dialysis services from October to December 2022 across the country.

Urban traffic accidents in Isfahan city: a study of prehospital response time intervals.

Introduction: Traffic accidents are a major public health concern worldwide, resulting in significant injuries, fatalities, and economic costs. In urban zones, traffic accident dynamics can vary significantly due to population density, infrastructure, and emergency response capabilities. The present study was conducted to determine the time intervals of prehospital emergencies in traffic accidents by separating the 15 zones of Isfahan city, Iran.

A Systematic Review of the Outcomes of Utilization of Artificial Intelligence Within the Healthcare Systems of the Middle East: A Thematic Analysis of Findings.

Background And Aims: The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) within worldwide healthcare systems is occurring at a significant rate. In this context, the Middle East has demonstrated distinctive characteristics in the application of AI within the healthcare sector, particularly shaped by regional policies. This study examined the outcomes resulting from the utilization of AI within healthcare systems in the Middle East.

Population aging management from the perspective of the health field of Iran and other countries: A scoping review.

Population aging is one of the challenging phenomena where due to health changes and the importance of different levels of prevention, the country's health system is most responsible for it. Therefore, it is responsible for providing responsible service and dealing with challenges and obstacles to successfully face the aging phenomenon. In this regard, the study was conducted aiming to identify inefficiencies and solutions to face the phenomenon of population aging from the perspective of the health field in Iran and other countries.

Agenda-setting for iron deficiency anaemia prevention and control policies in Iran by multiple streams framework.

Background: According to the WHO report and evaluations, Iran has a moderate prevalence of iron deficiency anaemia (IDA). The present study evaluates Iran's IDA prevention and control policies by analysing the agenda-setting policy using the multiple streams framework (MSF).

Methods: The present study used Kingdon's MSF model to analyse policies related to IDA in Iran qualitatively.

A Systematic Review on the Outcomes of Climate Change in the Middle-Eastern Countries: The Catastrophes of Yemen and Syria.

The Middle East is facing serious climate change challenges, rendering it as one of the most affected regions worldwide. This paper aimed to investigate the outcomes of climate change in the Middle East. In 2024, a qualitative study was conducted employing a methodology that integrated systematic review for data collection and thematic analysis for data analysis.

Assessing women's stated preferences for breast cancer screening: a systematic review and a meta-analysis.

Background: Breast cancer is the most common diagnosed disease, and the second leading cause of death among women. Thus, due to its importance, the current research is aimed at identifying the preferences of individuals for improving breast cancer screening programs and the related policies.

Method: A systematic search was applied on databases including - PubMed, Scopus, the Web of Science, Embase, Cochrane, SID- up to October 2022.

ChatGPT utilization within the building blocks of the healthcare services: A mixed-methods study.

Introduction: ChatGPT, as an AI tool, has been introduced in healthcare for various purposes. The objective of the study was to investigate the principal benefits of ChatGPT utilization in healthcare services and to identify potential domains for its expansion within the building blocks of the healthcare industry.

Methods: A comprehensive three-phase study was conducted employing mixed methods.

A Review on the Approach to Herbal Medicine in Cuban Healthcare System.

Cuban healthcare system, emphasizing a holistic approach with herbal medicine as a key component, has achieved significant advancements in a multitude of health indicators. The aim of this study was to investigate the approach of Cuban healthcare system to Herbal medicine. The study conducted a review in the year 2024 in accordance with the guidelines set by the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA).

Fall prevention among adult surgical patients in Tabriz, Iran: a best practice implementation project.

Introduction: Falling out of bed is the most common unintentional cause of injury among patients and is a major safety problem in health care facilities. Current practices for fall prevention may not always be aligned with established best practices, leading to variability in patient outcomes. This uncertainty underscores the need to assess and improve compliance with best practice guidelines for fall prevention.

Challenges and Weaknesses of Leadership and Governance-related Health Policies in Iran: A Systematic Review.

Background: A better understanding of health system performance requires evaluating achievements and challenges, thereby providing a basis for effective reforms. This systematic review aims to investigate the challenges and weaknesses of leadership and governance-related health policies in Iran.

Methods: In this qualitative systematic review, we followed the instructions of the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI).

Crisis-Related Measles Outbreaks in Low-Income Countries and the Need for Increased Health Systems Resilience.

The measles is a highly contagious disease that can be prevented by vaccination. During and after crises, vaccination against measles decreases in low-income countries, leading to outbreaks. It is possible for developed countries to be at risk from these outbreaks through travel.

Value-Based Market Segmentation of West Asian Medical Tourism Market: A Case of Iran.

Background: Identifying different groups of customers and their preferences and needs enable countries to gain a competitive advantage in the medical tourism market. We aimed to segment medical tourists from West Asian countries seeking medical services in Iran.

Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted on 596 medical tourists who sought medical services in Iran in 2021.

Evidence on the effectiveness of value-based payment schemes implemented in a hospital setting: A systematic review.

Value-based payment is among payment models rewarding health care providers for achieving pre-defined targets of quality or efficiency measures of care. This paper aims to identify the evidence of the effectiveness of value-based payment schemes implemented in hospital settings. A systematic review of databases for studies published from 2000 to 2022 that evaluated VBP programs was conducted.

What is the best strategy for iron deficiency anemia prevention and control in Iran? a policy analysis study protocol.

Background: The present study is a type of exploratory qualitative studies and applied research. The approach of this study is a prospective policy analysis in which we will formulate appropriate policy options to prevent and control iron deficiency anemia in Iran.

Methods And Materials: Current study is a multi-method research with an analysis for policy approach containing three phases.

A systematic review on factors influencing Middle Eastern women's utilization of healthcare services: The promise of mHealth.

Objectives: The 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda stresses a feminist approach for healthcare services. Cultural and religious influences impact utilization of healthcare services by Muslim women within the Middle East, posing unique challenges. This paper aimed to investigate the factors influencing Middle Eastern women's utilization of healthcare services within the region.

Design, development, and evaluation of a multi-lingual web-based database for informing people regarding driving-impairing medicines.

Objective: Driving under the influence of drugs (DUID) is a growing traffic safety problem in many countries. It is estimated that 5 to 10% of medicinal drugs may impair driving due to their side effects. Despite the high number of medicinal drugs prescribed in Iran, there is a lack of a database that could provide specialized information regarding medicinal drugs and driving.

A unified component-based data-driven framework to support interoperability in the healthcare systems.

Healthcare organizations must urgently prioritize interoperability to enhance the quality of care they provide. However, achieving this collaboration comes with numerous challenges, including differing approaches, data formats, and standards, as well as concerns about privacy, security, technical complexity, and legal and regulatory issues. To tackle these challenges, we determined a set of interoperability solutions.