Preparing for an Epidemic

Welcome to “Preparing for an Epidemic,” a video lesson devoted to helping individuals and organizations stay safe in the face of an outbreak. This one-off lesson highlights recent epidemics, including Coronavirus, and provides best practices for preparing for and responding to public health crises. In the end, learners should understand that public health involves everyone. When we all do our part to prevent the spread of viruses, germs, and bacteria, we not only protect our own health but also that of our community. (Keywords: pandemic, pandemics, safety, contamination, awareness)