Qualitative insights on emergency preparedness and response to marburg virus disease in Ghana: The role of risk communication and community engagement

To address health system vulnerabilities and misinformation in low-resourced countries during health emergencies, a bottom-up approach is vital. This approach will enhance the capacity of communities, professionals, NGOs, and media to counter infodemics and disinformation. Government and healthcare facility owners must ensure robust logistical and policy preparations to effectively equip healthcare facilities for future disease outbreaks.

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PLoS ONE
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2024-12-12
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https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0309889
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Viral Infections and Outbreaks Research
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Qualitative insights on emergency preparedness and response to marburg virus disease in Ghana: The role of risk communication and community engagement

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Qualitative insights on emergency preparedness and response to marburg virus disease in Ghana: The role of risk communication and community engagement

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Abstract

To address health system vulnerabilities and misinformation in low-resourced countries during health emergencies, a bottom-up approach is vital. This approach will enhance the capacity of communities, professionals, NGOs, and media to counter infodemics and disinformation. Government and healthcare facility owners must ensure robust logistical and policy preparations to effectively equip healthcare facilities for future disease outbreaks.

PLoS ONEVol. 19(12)
Catholic University College of Ghana (GH)
Good health and well-being
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