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What is the primary goal for public health at mass gatherings?
What is the primary goal for public health at mass gatherings?
- To monitor the environmental impact of the event
- To maximize the number of attendees
- To provide medical care to all attendees
- To minimize the risk of infectious disease transmission (correct)
What happens when health systems are overwhelmed during mass gatherings?
What happens when health systems are overwhelmed during mass gatherings?
- The risk of infectious disease transmission increases (correct)
- The number of medical personnel decreases
- The capacity of healthcare facilities increases
- The risk of injury decreases
What is a key difference between mass gatherings that last just a few hours versus those that extend over days or weeks?
What is a key difference between mass gatherings that last just a few hours versus those that extend over days or weeks?
- The level of health services required (correct)
- The risk of infectious disease transmission
- The number of attendees
- The type of activities involved
Why is the incidence of illness and injury usually higher at mass gatherings compared to normal?
Why is the incidence of illness and injury usually higher at mass gatherings compared to normal?
What formal network does WHO rely on to provide advice and technical support to Member States hosting mass gatherings?
What formal network does WHO rely on to provide advice and technical support to Member States hosting mass gatherings?
What is the purpose of capturing lessons learnt and sharing expertise after a mass gathering event?
What is the purpose of capturing lessons learnt and sharing expertise after a mass gathering event?
What is the primary purpose of measures such as crowd control, emergency planning, and coordination among authorities in the context of mass gatherings?
What is the primary purpose of measures such as crowd control, emergency planning, and coordination among authorities in the context of mass gatherings?
What is the key challenge in managing public spaces during mass gatherings?
What is the key challenge in managing public spaces during mass gatherings?
What is the definition of a mass gathering according to the text?
What is the definition of a mass gathering according to the text?
What is the role of public health in preparing for mass gatherings?
What is the role of public health in preparing for mass gatherings?
What is the significance of mass gatherings and crowds in public and community settings according to the text?
What is the significance of mass gatherings and crowds in public and community settings according to the text?
What is the distinction between preplanned and spontaneous mass gatherings according to the text?
What is the distinction between preplanned and spontaneous mass gatherings according to the text?
