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How To Build Public Trust When Fighting A Pandemic

Jan 8, 2022

Jessica Malaty Rivera, a Senior Advisor at the Pandemic Prevention Institute and infectious disease expert, dives into the complexities of public health communication during pandemics. She discusses the confusion stemming from new CDC guidelines and the erosion of public trust. Rivera emphasizes the need for transparency and honest messaging to rebuild trust in health authorities. She also highlights the impact of political pressures on decision-making and the importance of acknowledging past mistakes to foster better community engagement.

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Intro

5min

Navigating Public Health Messaging During a Pandemic

2min

Navigating Confusion in CDC Communications

2min

Navigating Public Health Politics

5min

Building Trust Through Honest Communication in Health

2min

If you're confused about the new CDC Coronavirus guidelines, you're not alone.

In fact, this week, the American Medical Association released a statement saying, "The new recommendations on quarantine and isolation are not only confusing, but are risking further spread of the virus."

Adherence to public health guidelines is built on trust, and over the last few weeks, trust in the CDC seems to be eroding.

Jessica Malaty Rivera, a Senior Advisor at the Pandemic Prevention Institute and a science communicator, explains how we got to this point...and what steps need to be taken to ensure public trust in the CDC.

In participating regions, you'll also hear a local news segment that will help you make sense of what's going on in your community.

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