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CDC to Detroit Media: Trust is Crucial to Dispel H1N1 Hype

Author(s):Suzanne Manneh
Organization(s):New America Media
Year: 2009
Available at:http://news.newamericamedia.org/news/view_article.html?article_id=16956d...   (report broken link)
Description:

This article addresses the need to dispel myths about H1N1 influenza. It emphasizes the importance of engaging the media and community leaders in educating the community, especially in ethnic communities, because of distrust of government and government officials.

Language(s):English
Communities:General
Subtopic:
Channels of Communication
Building Trust
Target Audience:Public Health Professionals; Local/Community
Resource Type:
Newspaper Article