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AFGHANISTAN

Year of Establishment 2019	Accreditation Status NA	Visit Afghanistan FETP Click here
Advanced Grads NA	Intermediate Grads 121	Basic Grads 30
Outbreak Investigations Conducted 178	Manuscripts Published 10	Participations in International Conferences 10

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BANGLADESH

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Year of Establishment 2013	Accreditation Status NA	Visit Bangladesh FETP Click here
Advanced Grads 37 Advanced Grads-Vet 35	Intermediate Grads 49	Basic Grads 97
Outbreak Investigation Conducted 212	Manuscripts Published 8	Participations in International Conferences 30

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EGYPT

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Year of Establishment 1993	Accreditation Status Accredited	Visit Egypt FETP Click here
Advanced Grads 174	Intermediate Grads 38	Basic Grads 174
Outbreak Investigation Conducted 200	Manuscripts Published 66	Participations in International Conferences 50

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IRAQ

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Year of Establishment 2010	Accreditation Status Accreditation	Visit Iraq FETP Click here
Advanced Grads 76	Intermediate Grads 108	Basic Grads 290
Outbreak Investigation Conducted 387	Manuscripts Published 116	Participations in International Conferences 143

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JORDAN

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Year of Establishment 1998	Accreditation Status NA	Visit Jordan FETP Click here
Advanced Grads 116	Intermediate Grads NA	Basic Grads 24
Outbreak Investigations Conducted 98	Manuscripts Published 29	Participations in International Conferences 338

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LEBANON

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Year of Establishment 2022	Accreditation Status NA	Visit Lebanon FETP Click here
Advanced Grads NA	Intermediate Grads NA	Basic Grads 37
Outbreak Investigation Conducted NA	Manuscripts Published NA	Participations in International Conferences NA

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LIBYA

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Year of Establishment 2023	Accreditation Status NA	Visit Libya FETP NA
Advanced Grads NA	Intermediate Grads NA	Basic Grads 52
Outbreak Investigations Conducted 4	Manuscripts Published NA	Participations in International Conferences NA

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MOROCCO

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Year of Establishment 2010	Accreditation Status Accredited	Visit Morocco FETP Click here
Advanced Grads 118	Intermediate Grads 45	Basic Grads 24
Outbreak Investigation Conducted 215	Manuscripts Published 12	Participations in International Conferences 70

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OMAN

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Year of Establishment 2022	Accreditation Status NA	Visit Oman FETP NA
Advanced Grads NA	Intermediate Grads NA	Basic Grads 108
Outbreak Investigation Conducted NA	Manuscripts Published NA	Participations in International Conferences NA

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PAKISTAN

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Year of Establishment 2006	Accreditation Status Accredited	Visit Pakistan FELTP Click here
Advanced Grads 270	Intermediate Grads NA	Basic Grads 454
Outbreak Investigation Conducted 719	Manuscripts Published 166	Participations in International Conferences 240

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QATAR

Year of Establishment 2022	Accreditation Status NA	Visit Qatar FETP NA
Advanced Grads NA	Intermediate Grads NA	Basic Grads 51
Outbreak Investigations Conducted 6	Manuscripts Published 26	Participations in International Conferences 25

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SAUDI ARABIA

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Year of Establishment 1989	Accreditation Status NA	Visit Saudi Arabia FETP Click here
Advanced Grads 199	Intermediate Grads NA	Basic Grads 30
Outbreak Investigations Conducted 141	Manuscripts Published 397	Participations in International Conferences 464

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SUDAN

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Year of Establishment 2017	Accreditation Status NA	Visit Sudan FETP Click here
Advanced Grads 23	Intermediate Grads 42	Basic Grads 131
Outbreak Investigations Conducted 59	Manuscripts Published 5	Participations in International Conferences 6

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TUNISIA

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Year of Establishment 2017	Accreditation Status NA	Visit Tunisia FETP Click here
Advanced Grads NA	Intermediate Grads 51	Basic Grads 35
Outbreak Investigation Conducted 33	Manuscripts Published 1	Participations in International Conferences 3

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YEMEN

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Year of Establishment 2011	Accreditation Status NA	Visit Yemen FETP Click here
Advanced Grads 56	Intermediate Grads 63	Basic Grads 534
Outbreak Investigations Conducted 59	Manuscripts Published 61	Participations in International Conferences 2

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Public health in Sudan: priorities, challenges, and pathways to resilience in crisis

Date of Publication: August 18, 2025
Category: Others
Name of Journal: Frontiers in Public Health
Authors: Majd A. Alsoukhni, Muna Ibrahim Abdel Aziz, Haytham Qosa, Ibrahim Bani, Maye Omar, Muntasir Mohammed Osman Elhassan, Haitham Bashier Abbas, Yousef Khader, Magid Al-Gunaid, Mohannad Al Nsour
Abstract: In April 2023, the armed conflict erupted in Sudan, exacerbating the ongoing crisis with widespread violence, health system collapse, and outbreaks of vaccine-preventable, vector-borne, and water-borne diseases. Despite these devastating consequences, the international response has been inadequate, requiring urgent advocacy for increased global support. During the EMPHNET 8th Regional Conference (September 15–18, 2024), a 2-hour forum, “Public Health in Sudan: Priorities and Solutions,” brought together a moderator and six distinguished...

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Pandemic preparedness and response in the EMR: adapting lessons learnt from pandemics for tomorrow

Date of Publication: August 14, 2025
Category: COVID-19
Name of Journal: Frontiers in Public Health
Authors: Deema Al Bakri, Andreas Jansen, Edmund Newman, Jonathan Suk, Rana Jawad Asghar, Mouad Merabet, Sarah Hess, Soha Albayat, Yousef Khader, Haitham Bashier, Magid Al-Gunaid, Mohannad Al Nsour
Abstract: The Eastern Mediterranean Region (EMR) faces significant public health challenges due to the increasing frequency and impact of pandemics, natural disasters, and ongoing political instability. Despite progress in areas such as vaccination rates, surveillance, and laboratory capacities, gaps in pandemic preparedness persist, underscoring the need for comprehensive, multi-sectoral strategies. The Eastern Mediterranean Public Health Network (EMPHNET) organized a roundtable during its Eighth Regional Conference to examine key aspects of...

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Multisectoral coordination in public health: insights from the 8th EMPHNET regional conference

Date of Publication: July 30, 2025
Category: Others
Name of Journal: Frontiers in Public Health
Authors: Rana AlHamawi, Suhaib Yehya, Faris Lami, Mahmudur Rahman, Muhammad Sartaj, Jonathan E. Suk, Scott F. Dowell, Mohammed Youbi, Heba Mahrous, Vimala Edwin, Abdul Rehman, Mohannad Al Nsour, Magid Al-Gunaid, Yousef Khader, Haitham Bashier
Abstract: The concept of multisectoral coordination has been comprehensively described in multiple internationally recognized frameworks. However, the institutionalization of the concept is highly complex and requires further exploration. During the 8th Biennial Regional Conference of the Eastern Mediterranean Public Health Network (EMPHNET), a roundtable session brought together a panel of global and regional experts in multisectoral coordination to share knowledge and expertise, regarding the concept of multisectoral coordination, and the...

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Public Health Workforce Strengthening in the Eastern Mediterranean EMPHNET’s Strategic Contributions

Date of Publication: July 10, 2025
Category: Others
Name of Journal: ORIENT
Authors: Yousef Khader, Mohannad Al Nsour, Ruba Al-Souri and Haitham Bashier
Abstract: EMR context and workforce needs Achieving and sustaining progress towards global health goals such as universal health coverage and health security requires a healthcare workforce that can deliver the full range of essential public health functions (EPHFs). Healthcare workforce development has typically focused on licensed occupations that are well defined under internationally recognized classifications, such as nurses, pharmacists and physicians. The same focus is required to systematically measure and build the diverse range of...

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The Impact of War on the Health Services and NGOs in Sudan: 2023-2025

Date of Publication: July 09, 2025
Category: Others
Name of Journal: International Journal of Food, Nutrition and Public Health (IJFNPH)
Authors: Dr Haitham Bashier, Dr Huda Hakim, and Professor Mokbul Morshed Ahmad
Abstract: PURPOSE: This paper examines the impacts of Sudan’s war from 2023 to 2025 on health services and the operations ofnon-governmental organisations (NGOS) in Sudan. DESIGN: This conceptual paper employs qualitative methods, including an analysis of secondary data, key informantinterviews, literature review, humanitarian reports, and conference proceedings. FINDINGS: The findings identify disruptions to the health system and significant setbacks faced by NGOs. ORIGINALITY: All information and recommendations are based on the authors’...

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The Provision of Psychosocial Support to Students in Jordan: Teachers' Knowledge, Attitudes, Skills, Practices, and Perceived Barriers

Date of Publication: May 06, 2024
Category: Others
Name of Journal: School Health
Authors: Sara Abu Khudair MPH, Yousef Khader ScD, Mohannad Al Nsour PhD, Eizaburo Tanaka PhD
Abstract: BACKGROUND Psychosocial support provision in schools is a promising strategy for overcoming barriers to accessing mental health care. This study aimed to assess teachers' knowledge, attitudes, practices, skills, and perceived barriers in providing psychosocial support to students in Jordan. METHODS The sample included teachers working in public schools, private schools, the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) schools, and Zaatari camp schools, as well as non-formal education centers. The...

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