Human resources for health during COVID-19: a qualitative analysis of strategies and challenges in Iran
The study reveals severe challenges for Iran's healthcare workforce during COVID-19, such as staff shortages, low motivation, and insufficient support, impacting healthcare delivery and worker well-being. It calls for robust policies, including strategic recruitment, enhanced training, and motivational support. Engaging frontline staff is crucial to building a resilient health system, ensuring preparedness for future crises.
Authors
- Seyed Saeed Tabatabaee (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5758-0681)
- Javad Moghri (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3941-4772)
- Aref Lotfiyan
Institutions
- Mashhad University of Medical Sciences (IR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- BMC Health Services Research
- Published
- 2025-07-19
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s12913-025-13111-y
- Citations
- 2
- Primary Topic
- COVID-19 Pandemic Impacts
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 6.26