Assessment of Pandemic Preparedness in a Socially Vulnerable Community in South Texas

• 2013

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• Linda Kiltz; Diana Fonseca; Christina Rodriguez; Paola Munoz
PMID: 24350552DOI: https://doi.org/10.1177/107937391303600203

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This study examined pandemic readiness among residents in San Patricio County in South Texas and ways in which to provide effective communication regarding pandemic influenza. The county faces unique challenges due to its demographics and location. This research sought to aid pandemic planning and recommend ways to build stronger, more resilient communities. Collaboration between government levels and community involvement are key for effective pandemic preparedness.

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Focus Areas: Everyday Emergency; Infectious Disease

Audiences: Emergency Managers; Public Health Professionals

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Bundles: Disaster Research Literature Review

Keywords: Community Participation; Disaster Planning; Influenza, Human; Information Dissemination; Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; Texas; Vulnerable Populations; Public Health Informatics; Pandemics; Hispanic or Latino; Pandemic Preparedness

Institutions: Texas A&M University

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