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Data were collected via semi-structured face-to-face interviews and analyzed using directed content analysis in MAXQDA software (version 10). A total of 375 initial codes were generated and organized into themes and subthemes. The trustworthiness of the findings was ensured using Guba and Lincoln\u2019s criteria, including credibility (triangulation, member checking), dependability, confirmability, and transferability.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The main challenges identified at different stages of crisis management include: in the prevention stage, \" awareness and understanding of the disease\"; in the preparedness stage, \" planning\"; and in the response stage, \"cultural-social, economic-political, governance challenges, and intersectoral cooperation. \"Effective strategies and interventions proposed include: in the prevention stage, \"strengthening the health and prevention sector\"; in the preparedness stage, \"managing human and informational resources, organization, and planning\"; and in the response stage, \" Strengthening human resource management, decision-making, and coordination.\"<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Primary healthcare faced major challenges in managing COVID-19, including poor coordination, unclear guidelines, and low public trust. To strengthen future responses, clear national protocols, transparent communication, improved inter-sectoral cooperation, and targeted support for vulnerable groups are essential. 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