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Pandemic Preparedness and Health System Resilience: Lessons from Jordan's COVID-19 Response.
Luay Abu-Qatouseh1, Karam Al-Kubaisi2, Nahed Al Laham3,4
1Department of Medical Analyses, Faculty of Pharmacy and Medical Sciences, University of Petra, Amman, Jordan. labuqatouseh@uop.edu.jo.
Journal of Community Health
|May 18, 2026
Summary
Jordan
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Health Systems Research
- Epidemiology
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic presented unprecedented challenges to global health systems.
- Jordan's health sector underwent significant strain between 2020 and 2025.
- Assessing preparedness and response is crucial for future pandemic resilience.
Purpose of the Study:
- To comprehensively analyze Jordan's health sector preparedness and response to COVID-19 (2020-2025).
- To evaluate the pandemic's economic and social impacts on Jordanian society.
- To identify lessons learned and recommend strategies for future public health emergencies.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review of national response frameworks.
- Analysis of healthcare worker capacity and challenges.
- Assessment of healthcare system strengths and weaknesses.
- Exploration of economic, educational, and mental health impacts.
- Review of post-pandemic reforms and long-term strategies.
Main Results:
- Jordan's initial COVID-19 response was robust but prolonged pandemic exposed vulnerabilities in resources, training, and healthcare worker well-being.
- Significant progress in institutional reforms and health system strengthening by 2025.
- Economic, educational, and mental health impacts were substantial and multifaceted.
- Sustaining improvements remains an ongoing challenge.
Conclusions:
- Jordan's experience offers valuable insights for resource-constrained settings facing health security threats.
- Evidence-based recommendations are provided for enhancing institutional preparedness.
- Strengthening healthcare system resilience is vital for future public health emergencies.
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