Reference no: EM133868168

Scenario:

A report from one popular national television channel highlights increasing cases of illness, there is a growing demand from the general public for a general distribution of anti-viral drugs and the commencement of a nation-wide vaccination campaign. There have also been rumors that Ukraine does not have access to sufficient quantities of critical pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical supplies. Media outlets are reporting pharmaceutical supplies maybe become limited and that prices for such commodities might rise. There is a rumor that the Government will announce that it may have to temporarily suspend schedule services due to air traffic control safety. The rumor has led to growing concern among business travelers and tourists who are cancelling their trips and attempting to return home. The situation at the main international airport deteriorated which led to intense pressure on international air travel to meet the increased demands. Laboratory confirmation of cases in the Asia and the American contentment has led to WHO declaring the outbreak to be a Public Health Emergency of International concern.

Questions:

1. Based on the scenario, how can we work closely with local communities to limit the spread of the pandemic?

2. Based on the scenario, describe the key approaches and products for internal communication (within the organization)?

3. Based on the scenario, outline the key emergency risk communications obligations and expectations under international agreements.