COVID-19, Communication and Culture 1st Edition

Capture a fresh perspective on one of the defining events of our time with COVID-19, Communication and Culture 1st Edition by Fiona Rossette-Crake. This incisive, timely study unpacks how messages, media and cultural practices shaped public responses to the pandemic — from official guidance to everyday conversations.

Drawing on international and local perspectives, the book examines how public health communication succeeded, stalled or transformed across diverse communities. It explores the spread of information (and misinformation), the role of journalism and social media, cultural influences on compliance and resilience, and the ethical challenges for policymakers and communicators. Clear, evidence-based analysis makes complex concepts accessible to students, practitioners and curious readers alike.

Whether you work in public health, media, sociology, policy or community organizing, this edition provides practical insights to improve crisis communication and build trust in future emergencies. Read real-world examples that illuminate how language, symbolism and cultural norms can alter outcomes — and discover actionable strategies for more effective engagement.

Accessible, authoritative and globally relevant, COVID-19, Communication and Culture 1st Edition is an essential resource for anyone seeking to understand the interplay between pandemic science and everyday life. Order now to deepen your understanding of COVID-19’s cultural imprint and to learn communication practices that matter in a connected world.

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