Social and Political Dimensions of Disseminating Research Findings on Emerging Zoonotic Viruses: Our Experience in Sierra Leone

Glob Health Sci Pract. 2021 Sep 30;9(3):459-466. doi: 10.9745/GHSP-D-20-00321. Print 2021 Sep 30.

Abstract

Disseminating research findings on emerging zoonotic viruses is a complex and sensitive process, particularly in contexts with histories of outbreaks. It requires an operational framework that considers the social and political context of stakeholders aiming to empower people to protect their health, while also supporting government leaders to advance global health security.

Publication types

  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Disease Outbreaks
  • Hemorrhagic Fever, Ebola* / epidemiology
  • Humans
  • Sierra Leone / epidemiology
  • Viruses*