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What is an outbreak response?

Outbreak responses require key elements to be successful. Watch Ibrahima Socé Fall explain more.

In this step, Ibrahima Socé Fall (WHO) outlines eight key elements of an outbreak response that are required to stop an outbreak in a reasonable time. The eight elements include: how an outbreak coordination structure should be set up; choosing an appropriate response; and mobilizing resources to respond.

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Disease Outbreaks in Low and Middle Income Countries

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