Rand Corporation This report analyzes the results of a quick turn study evaluating the anti-COVID-19 strategies adopted by Middle Eastern governments, including Iran, Jordan, Lebanon, Qatar, and Tunisia. Report
Read MoreUN ESCWA This report by UN ESCWA features a compilation of studies that assess the impact of COVID-19 on the economic, social, and political participation of women in Iraq and Yemen. Report
Read MoreNutritional Medicine and Diet Care This article analyzes the effects of stay-at-home measures in Jordan on obesity, depression, and physical activities. Journal Article
Read MoreJournal of Public Health in Africa This article examines the contribution of laboratory diagnosis to the detection of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in the diagnosis of COVID-19. Journal Article
Read MoreEpidemiology and Infection This article aims to advance the epidemiologic evolution of COVID-19 in Lebanon pre- and post-vaccination, the challenges affecting the response and recovery, and the lessons learned. Journal Article
Read MoreApplied Psychology: Health and Well-Being This article assesses the effectiveness of an eight-week internet-based positive psychology intervention for healthcare students in Tunisia. Journal Article
Read MoreAmnesty International Amnesty International released a statement calling the new Tunisian decree-law that introduces the new vaccination passport “overly restrictive”. The statement discusses several ways the decree-law will worsen inequalities and promote injustices. Article
Read MoreIHS Market This IHS Market report projects an uptick in MENA economies between 2022 and 2023 based on expected increases in energy revenues and vaccination rates. It also touches upon monetary policies and predicted inflation across the region. Working Paper
Read MoreSaudi Journal of Health Systems Research This article assesses Saudi Arabis’ experience with telemental health since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Journal Article
Read MoreWorld Bank The World Bank has collaborated with the Somalia National Bureau of Statistics to conduct two rounds of phone surveys already, with the third round under preparation. In January 2021, the survey team reached 1,756 people by phone throughout Somalia. Report
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