This would be great if we first had efficacy data. Clinical research is a critical part of #outbreak response.
We deserve safe and effective treatments.
“During public health emergencies, medical countermeasures can be rapidly deployed across a large jurisdiction using existing distribution networks, including clinics and pharmacies.” https://t.co/C7DzC9iecp
Risk communication is essential in #outbreak response.
Opportunity to
-build trust with affected and at risk communities
-reassure by stating what is being done
-convey uncertainty and steps being taken to fill the gaps
-unite rather than divide
https://t.co/tAoNm1uhtS
What should preparedness look like for each pillar of #outbreak response?
Risk communication
Surveillance
Infection prevention
Case management
Laboratory/Diagnostics
Frustrating to see the playbook on how NOT to be prepared for #outbreak is still being used.
Not complicated - surveillance is a key #outbreak pillar
The U.S. government is taking action to stop ‘cow flu.’ Is it too little, too late? | Science | AAAS https://t.co/tTUYIEOndJ
Stunned and inspired. One of the all time greats.
Before the USWNT's influx of soccer moms, there was Joan Dunlap, who paved the way https://t.co/Z7OsZcDaup
#OTD 1983 – Seattle's Joan Dunlap scores twice for North Carolina in 4-1 win over Radford. It's the first of 23 straight games Dunlap will either score or assist, including NCAA championship game. She does it all with a 2-year-old son.
Nice piece w/ @DanielBausch2 - need to transition from discreet outbreak response to integrated cycles of readiness, response, and recovery
This doctor fought Ebola in the trenches. Now he's got a better way to stop diseases https://t.co/IGTXzIaTpB
Nice piece w/ @DanielBausch2 - need to transition from discreet outbreak response to integrated cycles of readiness, response, and recovery
This doctor fought Ebola in the trenches. Now he's got a better way to stop diseases https://t.co/IGTXzIaTpB
@HelenBranswell@WHO Appreciate @HelenBranswell bringing attention to need to improve access 2 safe/effective #Marburg diagnostics, vaccines, therapeutics.
Important - PALM trial did NOT demonstrate efficacy of #remdesivir.
Any therapeutic needs to be coupled with optimized supportive care #oSOC
Paul Farmer dedicated his life to advancing public health. Watch to learn the remarkable story of Farmer and his indelible impact on public health and the world. Produced by @PIH. #CGI2022