What is needed to effectively communicate risk during a health crisis? A qualitative study with international experts based on the COVID-19 pandemic

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dc.contributor.authorBravo, Paulina
dc.contributor.authorMartinez-Pereira, Alejandra
dc.contributor.authorFernandez-Gonzalez, Loreto
dc.contributor.authorDois, Angelina
dc.date.accessioned2025-01-20T20:10:03Z
dc.date.available2025-01-20T20:10:03Z
dc.date.issued2023
dc.description.abstractObjectiveTo identify a framework for risk communication during health crises by using the current pandemic as a case study.DesignA qualitative study based on individual interviews.SettingDifferent countries with diverse levels of perceived success on risk communication during the COVID-19 health crisis.ParticipantsInternational experts with experience in health crisis management or risk communication.AnalysisA thematic analysis was performed supported by Atlas.ti.ResultsFour men and six women took part in the study (three from Europe, two from Latin America, two from North America, one from Asia and two from Oceania). Three major themes emerged from the data: (1) institutionalising the communication strategy; (2) defining the problem that needs to be faced; (3) developing an effective communication strategy.ConclusionRisk communication during a health crisis requires preparation of governments and of health teams in order to produce and deliver effective messages as well as to help communities to make informed and healthy decisions. This is particularly relevant for slow disasters, such as COVID-19, as the strategy must innovate to avoid information fatigue of the audience. The findings of this article could inform guidelines to best equip countries for a clear communication strategy for future crises.PROSPERO registration numberCRD42021234443.
dc.description.funderChilean National Agency for Research and Development (ANID)
dc.fuente.origenWOS
dc.identifier.doi10.1136/bmjopen-2022-067531
dc.identifier.issn2044-6055
dc.identifier.urihttps://doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2022-067531
dc.identifier.urihttps://repositorio.uc.cl/handle/11534/92039
dc.identifier.wosidWOS:001001381400032
dc.issue.numero5
dc.language.isoen
dc.revistaBmj open
dc.rightsacceso restringido
dc.subjectCOVID-19
dc.subjecteducation & training (see medical education & training)
dc.subjecthealth policy
dc.subjectrisk management
dc.subject.ods03 Good Health and Well-being
dc.subject.odspa03 Salud y bienestar
dc.titleWhat is needed to effectively communicate risk during a health crisis? A qualitative study with international experts based on the COVID-19 pandemic
dc.typeartículo
dc.volumen13
sipa.indexWOS
sipa.trazabilidadWOS;2025-01-12
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