Public sources of information and information needs for pandemic Influenza A (H1N1)

• Main Authors: Wong, Li Ping, Sam, I-Ching
• Format: Article
• Published: Springer 2010
• Subjects: R Medicine
• Online Access: http://eprints.um.edu.my/11873/; https://doi.org/10.1007/s10900-010-9271-4
• Institution: Universiti Malaya

Providing health information during disease outbreaks is a fundamental component of outbreak control strategies. This study aimed to explore sources of influenza A(H1N1)-related information, specific information needs and preferences of the lay public during the peak of the outbreak. A cross-section...