Understanding the social determinants of Aedes-borne diseases in Iran: A qualitative exploration of challenges and policy solutions

The study underscores that Aedes-borne diseases are not only biological threats but also reflections of underlying social and structural inequities. By framing dengue and related diseases as sentinel indicators of SDH, policymakers can better design integrated and equity-oriented strategies. Controlling Aedes-borne diseases requires a shift from disease-centric approaches toward comprehensive, SDH-informed strategies that strengthen community engagement, improve environmental and health infrastructure, and enhance cross-sector coordination. The prioritized interventions identified in this study provide a practical roadmap for strengthening preparedness and response in Iran and similar settings.

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PLoS neglected tropical diseases
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2025-12-22
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https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pntd.0013850
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Mosquito-borne diseases and control
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Understanding the social determinants of Aedes-borne diseases in Iran: A qualitative exploration of challenges and policy solutions

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Understanding the social determinants of Aedes-borne diseases in Iran: A qualitative exploration of challenges and policy solutions

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The study underscores that Aedes-borne diseases are not only biological threats but also reflections of underlying social and structural inequities. By framing dengue and related diseases as sentinel indicators of SDH, policymakers can better design integrated and equity-oriented strategies. Controlling Aedes-borne diseases requires a shift from disease-centric approaches toward comprehensive, SDH-informed strategies that strengthen community engagement, improve environmental and health infrastructure, and enhance cross-sector coordination. The prioritized interventions identified in this study provide a practical roadmap for strengthening preparedness and response in Iran and similar settings.

PLoS neglected tropical diseasesVol. 19(12)
IIHMR University (IN), Guilan University of Medical Sciences (IR), Kurdistan University of Medical Sciences (IR), University of Hormozgan (IR), Iranian Institute for Health Sciences Research (IR), Ministry of Health and Medical Education (IR), Hormozgan University of Medical Sciences (IR), Zahedan University of Medical Sciences (IR), Bushehr University of Medical Sciences (IR), Tehran University of Medical Sciences (IR)
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