Learning from recent outbreaks to strengthen risk communication capacity for the next influenza pandemic in the Western Pacific Region

Authors

  • Lauren O’Connor Division of Health Security and Emergencies, WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific, Manila, Philippines
  • Lisa Peters Division of Health Security and Emergencies, WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific, Manila, Philippines
  • Rose Aynsley Division of Pacific Technical Support, WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific, Manila, Philippines

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5365/wpsar.2018.9.5.013

Abstract

Risk communication is a critical component of pandemic preparedness.  The importance of being able to inform the public while allaying fears and preventing panic was highlighted during the 2009 H1N1 pandemic.   Continuing to prioritize risk communications will make the global health community better prepared for the future.

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Published

19-02-2019

How to Cite

1.
O’Connor L, Peters L, Aynsley R. Learning from recent outbreaks to strengthen risk communication capacity for the next influenza pandemic in the Western Pacific Region. Western Pac Surveill Response J [Internet]. 2019 Feb. 19 [cited 2024 Nov. 3];9(5). Available from: https://ojs.wpro.who.int/ojs/index.php/wpsar/article/view/640

Issue

Vol. 9 No. 5 (2018): Suppl 1 Centennial Influenza Pandemic

Section

Perspective