Crisis Management in Public Health

Crisis management in public health involves preparing for, responding to, and recovering from events that threaten community health, such as epidemics, natural disasters, or bioterrorism. It includes coordinating agencies, communicating risks clearly, and implementing actions to protect people and contain harm. The goal is to minimize health impacts, ensure resources are efficiently used, and restore normalcy as quickly as possible. Effective crisis management relies on planning beforehand, quick decision-making during emergencies, and evaluating responses afterward to improve future readiness.