Recent outbreaks of hantavirus and Ebola highlight the need for better risk communication regarding disease responses. As a hantavirus outbreak linked to a cruise ship appears to be declining, Ebola cases are increasing in Africa. The Covid era has seen the rise of various informational tools such as dashboards and trackers, yet many individuals remain uncertain about the reliability of information and how to respond to these outbreaks.
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Need for Improved Risk Communication During Outbreaks
The ongoing hantavirus and Ebola outbreaks emphasize the importance of effective risk communication. Despite the availability of information tools, many people struggle to determine what information is trustworthy and how to act in response to these health threats.
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Data is not enough: from Covid to measles, America must relearn risk communication | Lynne Peeples
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Need for Improved Risk Communication During Outbreaks