Using plain language to communicate with your audience to ensure they understand your message is more important than ever in a world of constant streams of information. In a crisis, choosing your words carefully may be even more important to clearly state your message.
Resources include:
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Everyday words, terms and real life examples of plain language
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Federal plain language guidelines
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National Health Institutes health literacy initiative
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Plain language planner and translations
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Plain language checklist (printable)
In this link, the Center for Disease Control provides resources and tools to help maximize your communication efforts.
Resources
Radiation Communication Resources
An expertly curated list of government radiation emergency information, tools, and resources.
Initial Dose Magnitude Estimation for Individuals Involved in a Radiological Incident/Accident
After the normal questions asked by many medical care providers when treating a radioactively contaminated patient, such as “Is it safe for me to treat this patient?”
Meeting Strategic Communications Virtual Solutions Requirements during COVID-19 Response For Nuclear Power Plants and Offsite Response Organizations
Hybrid learning models for Nuclear Power Plants and Offsite Response Organizations to meet regulatory training requirements and beyond.