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Explanation of the general policies of the system in the field of health and protection of the marine environment: challenges and opportunities
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Farshad Ahmadi Haddad *   |
| Health Management Center, Lifestyle and Spiritual Health Research Institute, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran & Lifestyle and Spiritual Health Research Institute , farshadhadad@gmail.com |
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Abstract: (105 Views) |
This article examines the impact of Iran's general maritime development policies on public health and marine environmental protection. Given the importance of the sea and Iran's geographical position in meeting the country's economic and social needs, Iran's general maritime policies should focus on sustainable development and maintaining community health. These policies include establishing a unified management system for maritime affairs, developing maritime economic activities, facilitating and developing investment, drafting a comprehensive plan for the development of coastal and marine areas, optimal utilization of marine resources, providing and enhancing specialized human resources, developing international cooperation, and increasing the country's share in maritime transport.
This article examines the challenges of implementing these policies in the field of public health and marine environmental protection. These challenges include structural problems, high infrastructure costs, financial barriers, technological barriers, environmental problems, social and human factors, geopolitical issues, and transportation problems. Additionally, opportunities for developing new technologies, education and awareness-raising, and strengthening international cooperation have been examined.
The results of this study show that despite efforts to comply with general maritime policies and their impact on health, there are still many challenges that need more attention and improvement. |
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| Keywords: General policies, Ocean-based development, Public health, Environmental protection, Climate change, Marine pollution |
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Type of Study: Letter |
Subject:
Marine Medicine
Received: 2024/12/24 | Accepted: 2025/06/3 | Published: 2025/06/20
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