Social Policy

Dyadic Analysis of Fragile Middle Eastern States and Humanitarian Implications of Restrictive COVID-19 Policies

Middle East Law and Governance Journal This article compares the policies implemented by various Middle Eastern countries to contain the spread of COVID-19. Journal Article

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قطر تسمح بعودة “تراويح” رمضان بعد عامي كورونا

Anadolu Agency Qatar’s authorities have announced the permission to practice Taraweeh and Qiyam prayers this Ramadan after 2 years of the pandemic’s strict safety measures. Article

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Domestic Violence Against Married Women during the COVID-19 Pandemic in Egypt

BMC Women’s Health A cross-sectional study examined the effect of the pandemic on violence against married women in Egypt, and its effect on mental health. It shows that the overall prevalence of economic and some types of physical and emotionally abusive behaviors have been increased after the emergence of COVID-19 pandemic. Journal Article

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Unwillingness or Reluctance of Palestinians to Get the COVID-19 Vaccine: The Reasons Behind It and How to Persuade Them

International Journal of Infectious Diseases This article analyzes the factors behind low COVID-19 vaccine acceptance among Palestinians, attributing it to false rumors, misinformation, and conspiracy theories circulated on social media. Journal Article

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Stigma toward Healthcare Providers from Patients during COVID-19 Era in Jordan

Public Health Nursing This study explores healthcare workers’ stigmatization of patients during the pandemic’s outbreak in Jordan. Results showed that a wide group of people show high stigma towards health care providers, in correlation with various factors, including constant exposure to news, having children, and smoking. Journal Article

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The Distribution and Determinants of COVID-19 in Sudan, 2020/2021: Analysis of Surveillance Data

Research Square This study uses surveillance data to better understand the distribution and determinants of COVID-19 in Sudan and to construct a threshold level beyond which a dramatic surge may occur. Working Paper

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Monitoring COVID-19 Impact on Households in Somali

World Bank The World Bank survey focuses on four key areas: knowledge of COVID-19 and preventive behaviors, access to basic needs, employment and income, and shocks. Article

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Impact of Coronavirus 19 Pandemic on Contraception in Jordan

Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology This cross sectional study examines t the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on family planning in Jordan. Journal Article

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Predictors of Social Response to COVID-19 Among Health Care Workers Caring for Individuals with Confirmed COVID-19 in Jordan

F1000 Research This article analyzes the perception of social discrimination and coping strategies among healthcare workers caring for individuals suffering from COVID-19 in Jordan. Journal Article

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Learning & E-Learning Loss: Syrian Children Refugees Between the Brusqueness of COVID-19 and the Slackness of Lebanese Authorities

Human Rights Pulse This article aims to identify the dominant causes of learning loss in Lebanon during the COVID-19 pandemic and to analyze the result of the Lebanese authority’s disregard vis-à-vis the Syrian students. Article

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