Untitled Flashcards Set

What event marked the beginning of the Ebola outbreak in December 2013?

The first known case of Ebola was identified in Guinea involving an 18-month-old boy named Emile Ouamouno.

What did WHO confirm on March 21, 2014, regarding the outbreak?

WHO confirmed the outbreak as Ebola and issued an alert on March 23, 2014.

What were the key challenges in public health response during the Ebola outbreak?

Inadequate early detection and response, weak health systems, poor public awareness, and lack of international coordination.

What was the key public policy issue related to the Ebola outbreak?

Inadequate disease surveillance systems and delayed response allowed the outbreak to escalate.

What significant public policy impact did the tobacco control reforms in Mexico have?

The reforms are expected to significantly reduce smoking prevalence and protect non-smokers from secondhand smoke.

How did Poland's anti-smoking policy demonstrate success?

Strong government commitment, public health campaigns, and strict regulations helped Poland become a model for tobacco control in Europe.

What role did the media play in the Owaho Forest controversy?

The media, through investigative reporting, increased transparency and shaped public opinion on forest policy.

What was the goal of the Greenpeace campaign regarding Brent Spar?

To oppose the deep-sea disposal of the Brent Spar oil structure and advocate for environmental protection.

What were the two main framing strategies used by Greenpeace and Shell in the Brent Spar controversy?

Greenpeace framed the issue negatively, emphasizing environmental harm, while Shell framed it positively, highlighting economic benefits.

What was a significant outcome of the Jubilee 2000 Campaign for debt relief?

The campaign contributed to the Heavily Indebted Poor Countries (HIPC) Initiative, leading to debt cancellations worth $100 billion.

What were the challenges faced by the Jubilee 2000 Campaign?

Symbolic versus substantive commitments from governments and the complexities of maintaining bipartisan support.