Zika Virus Infection. Step-by-Step Guide to Risk Communication and Community Engagement
Abstract
[Introduction]. This document provides
Technical content on ZIKV, its manifestations,
complications, modes of transmission, and
prevention measures to be used in answering
frequently asked questions and conveying
messages in information and communication
materials, community talks, press conferences,
etc.
Recommendations for the preparation of risk
communication and action plans to respond to
ZIKV. This guide to activities and recommendations for
managing risk communication on ZIKV is
designed for spokespersons, health authorities
and health workers, other sectors, and partners
inside and outside the health sector to assist
them in tailoring communication initiatives to
the needs of each country and target audience.
The elimination of mosquito breeding sites
remains the most important strategy for the
prevention and control of ZIKV (as well as dengue
and chikungunya) infection. Therefore,
communication plans for the response to ZIKV
should include intersectoral action and
community engagement to modify behaviors
and encourage sustained practices to eliminate
breeding sites and control the mosquito, as well
as to inform and educate target audiences
about the steps they can take to prevent ZIKV
transmission.
The fourth meeting of the Emergency Committee
under the International Health Regulations1
agreed that, “due to continuing geographic
expansion and considerable gaps in
understanding of the virus and its consequences,
Zika virus infection and its associated
congenital malformations and other related
neurological disorders, ZIKV continues to be a
Public Health Emergency of International
Concern.
Translated title
Acciones de comunicación de riesgos y movilización comunitaria con respecto a la infección por el virus del Zika
Subject
Category of PAHO Strategic Plan 2014-2019
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