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Table 4 Knowledge gaps identified for PHEP

From: The evidence base of primary research in public health emergency preparedness: a scoping review and stakeholder consultation

 

Theme

Description of relevant knowledge gap

Cross-cutting themes

1

Attitudes and beliefs

Behavioural aspects relevant to PHEP E.g. Relating to emergency decision-making and communication strategies

EQUITY

2

Collaboration and system integration

Integration of public health/PHEP with other sectors and components of the health system

GENDER CONSIDERATIONS

3

Communication

Use and application of emerging technologies such as social media and electronic health records

HIGH RISK OR AT-RISK POPULATIONS

4

Quality improvement and performance standards

Measurement of performance or capacity

RESILIENCE

5

Resilience

Public health roles in recovery and in returning individuals and systems to normal life after an emergency

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