Journal of Health Sciences & Surveillance System

A Comparative Study of Non-Communicable Diseases Management During Pandemics in Iran and Selected Countries

Document Type : Review Articles

Authors

Zahra Taghvaeikeshtkar 1
Leila Riahi 1
Leila Nazarimanesh 2
Kamran Hajinabi 2

1 Department of Health Services Management, SR.C., Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran

2 Department of Health Services Management, SR.C, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran.

10.30476/jhsss.2025.108172.2111
Abstract
Introduction: Maintaining continuity of care for patients with chronic non-communicable diseases (NCDs) is imperative during pandemics. This study evaluates NCD management strategies by conducting a comparative analysis between Iran and seven other nations.
Methods: This comparative qualitative study, conducted in 2023, employed sampling to examine Iran against Germany, Canada, the United States, Singapore, Australia, the United Kingdom, and Turkey. The study focused on five core components: health workforce, health information systems, medical products, health financing, and leadership and governance. Data were extracted from reputable scientific databases and analyzed using the four stage Adaptive Education Model (description, interpretation, juxtaposition, and comparison).
Results: The comparative analysis identified eleven key components influencing NCD management during pandemics. These included the presence of a comprehensive national strategy, effective inter sectoral collaboration and coordination across governmental levels, access to sufficient financial resources and appropriate allocation, the efficiency and effectiveness of the financial system, optimal workforce density and distribution, community resilience and welfare, availability and quality of essential products, medications and technologies, integration of COVID-19 related data, data quality and accuracy, and the utilization of telemedicine.
Conclusion: The findings of this study, by pinpointing critical sub-components of NCD management during pandemics, can assist policymakers and health system managers in improving planning and enhancing NCD management in crises. By focusing on the gaps and international lessons learned, this research offers an opportunity to strengthen Iran’s healthcare system and reduce inequalities in access to health services.

Highlights

Zahra Taghvaeikeshtkar (Google Scholar)

Leila Riahi (Google Scholar)

Keywords

Noncommunicable Diseases
Pandemics
Health Services Administration
Comparative Study
International Comparison
Iran
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Journal of Health Sciences & Surveillance System
Volume 14, Issue 3
Summer 2026
Pages 188-203

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