Category: social media

Social Scuttlebutt? Be Prepared to Stay Informed in an Emergency

Social media has evolved into a powerful mass communication tool that preparedness and response agencies like CDC’s Center for Preparedness and Response use to share personal health preparedness tips and emergency response recommendations. When there is a public health emergency, the information disseminated by CDC and its federal, state, and local response partners can save lives. Read More >

November 18, 2019 by Blog Administrator1 Comment

General, natural disasters

emergencies, public health, Public Health Emergency Preparedness Program, rumors, social media, trusted sources

Connecting Neighbors through Social Media

group of tablet computer PC and modern touchscreen smartphones or mobile phones on wooden table

Online communication and social networks are changing the way that people communicate. Today people are able to relay messages to those around them and those across the world neatly instantly. This instant communication is playing a critical role in emergency communication. Read More >

September 28, 2015 by Blog Administrator3 Comments

General, natural disasters, preparedness, Preparedness Month

emergency response, Nextdoor, public health, social media