Strengthening Jordan's Laboratory Capacity for Communicable Diseases: A Comprehensive Multi-Method Mapping Toward Harmonized National Laboratories and Evidence-Informed Public Health Planning.

ABSTRACT: Infectious diseases remain a global threat, with low- and middle-income countries disproportionately affected due to socio-economic and demographic vulnerabilities. Robust laboratory systems are critical for early detection, outbreak containment, and guiding effective interventions. This study aimed to map and evaluate Jordan's laboratory diagnostic network for communicable diseases, identify gaps, and recommend strategies to strengthen capacity, harmonization, and alignment with international standards. A multi-method approach was employed in 2023 through collaboration between the Jordan Center for Disease Control and the Health Care Accreditation Council. Data were collected via (i) a desktop review of 226 national and international documents; (ii) 20 key informant interviews with stakeh

SUBMITTER: Zayed DK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12469349 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature