Exploring challenges of health system preparedness for communicable diseases in Arbaeen mass gathering: a qualitative study [version 1; referees: 2 approved]

Background: Infectious diseases are common problems in mass gatherings, especially when there is a lack of health system preparedness. Since Iran is one of the most important countries on the walking path of Arbaeen and has a vital role in providing health services to pilgrims, the experiences of he...

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Main Authors: Arezou Karampourian, Zohreh Ghomian, Davoud Khorasani-Zavareh
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: F1000 Research Ltd 2018-09-01
Series:F1000Research
Online Access:https://f1000research.com/articles/7-1448/v1