MULTILEVEL COMPARISON OF SELECTED RESULTS FROM THE CESAR STUDY - NATIONAL RESULTS FROM THE CZECH REPUBLIC - RISK PERCEPTION AND RISK COMMUNICATION STRATEGY

Epidemiology ◽  
1998 ◽  
Vol 9 (Supplement) ◽  
pp. S143
Author(s):  
H SLACHTOVA ◽  
I TOMASEK ◽  
J VOLF
Keyword(s):  
Czech Republic ◽  
Risk Perception ◽  
Risk Communication ◽  
Communication Strategy ◽  
The Czech Republic

scholarly journals The Impact of the COVID-19 Movement Restrictions on the Road Traffic in the Czech Republic during the State of Emergency

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-20
Author(s):  
Milan Simunek ◽  
Zdenek Smutny ◽  
Michal Dolezel
Keyword(s):  
Czech Republic ◽  
Road Traffic ◽  
The State ◽  
Communication Strategy ◽  
Case Based Reasoning ◽  
State Of Emergency ◽  
The Czech Republic ◽  
The Road ◽  
Traffic Speed ◽  
On The Road

The COVID-19 pandemic crisis has impacted numerous areas of people’s work and free-time activities. This article aims to present the main impacts of the COVID-19 movement restrictions on the road traffic in the Czech Republic, measured during the first epidemic wave, i.e., from 12 March to 17 May 2020. The state of emergency was imposed by the Czech government as a de jure measure for coping with the perceived crisis, although the measure eventually resulted only in a quite liberal de facto form of stay-at-home instruction. Unique country-scale traffic data of the first six months of 2020 from 37,002 km of roads, constituting 66% of all roads in the Czech Republic, were collected and analyzed. For the prediction of the prepandemic traffic conditions and their comparison with the measured values in the period of the state of emergency, a long-term traffic speed prediction ensemble model consisting of case-based reasoning, linear regression, and fallback submodels was used. The authors found out that the COVID-19 movement restrictions had a significant impact on the country-wide traffic. Traffic density was reduced considerably in the first three weeks, and the weekly average traffic speed in all road types increased by up to 21%, expectedly due to less crowded roads. The exception was motorways, where a different trend in traffic was found. In sum, during the first three weeks of the state of emergency, people followed government regulations and restrictions and changed their travel behavior accordingly. However, following this period, the traffic gradually returned to the prepandemic state. This occurred three weeks before the state of emergency was terminated. From a behavioral perspective, this article briefly discusses the possible causes of such discrepancies between de jure and de facto pandemic measures, i.e., the governmental communication strategy related to loosening of movement restrictions, media reality, and certain culture-related traits.

scholarly journals Assessment of risk perception and risk communication regarding COVID-19 among healthcare providers: An explanatory sequential mixed-method study in Bangladesh

F1000Research ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
pp. 1335
Author(s):  
Marium Salwa ◽  
M Atiqul Haque ◽  
Muhmammad Ibrahim Ibne Towhid ◽  
Sarmin Sultana ◽  
Mohammad Tanvir Islam ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Perception ◽  
Risk Communication ◽  
Mixed Method ◽  
Infection Prevention ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Healthcare Providers ◽  
Communication Strategy ◽  
Infection Prevention And Control ◽  
Mixed Method Study ◽  
Second Phase

Background: Any public health emergency demands adequate risk communication with the vulnerable population along with their optimized perception about the impending risk to ensure proper risk management and crisis control. Hence, this study will be conducted to explore healthcare providers’ perceptions regarding risks of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), as well as how they are being communicated to about the risk, and how they practice risk reduction measures. Methods: A two-phased explanatory sequential mixed-method study will be conducted among physicians and nurses from randomly selected tertiary healthcare facilities in Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh. In the first phase, the general pattern and quantifiable measures of risk perception, risk communication, and infection prevention practices will be assessed quantitatively. Multiple linear regression analyses will be performed to explore how much variability of risk perception is predicted by risk communication methods and contents. In the second phase, qualitative data will be collected for in-depth understanding and exploration of participants’ experiences and insights regarding COVID-19 risk through interviews and document reviews. Thematic content analysis of the qualitative data will be done manually. Findings from both quantitative and qualitative phases will then be triangulated to illustrate the research objectives. Discussion: Based on the psychometric dimensions of risk perception and psycho-social theory of the health belief model, perception of COVID-19 risk among healthcare providers will be evaluated in this study. The relationship between risk perception and infection prevention and control practices among healthcare providers will also be investigated. The explanatory sequential design of this study is expected to generate hypotheses on how risk perception is being shaped in a time of uncertainty and thus, will help to build a proper risk communication strategy to minimize risk perception among healthcare providers.

scholarly journals WHY SHOULD LOCAL GOVERNMENTS HAVE A DEVELOPED COMMUNICATION STRATEGY? AN ANALYSIS OF MUNICIPAL COMMUNICATION IN THE CZECH REPUBLIC

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 302-308
Author(s):  
MIROSLAV JURÁSEK ◽  
PETR WAWROSZ
Keyword(s):  
Czech Republic ◽  
Crisis Communication ◽  
Local Governments ◽  
Communication Channels ◽  
Communication Strategy ◽  
The Other ◽  
Financial Resources ◽  
The Czech Republic ◽  
The Public ◽  
Municipal Employees

The creation of a communication strategy is an indicator of the subject's approach to communication with the public. The article, based on a sample of 160 municipalities of the Czech Republic, empirically demonstrates that an elaborated communication strategy enhances the public value of intangible assets particularly in the following areas: various segments of citizens are better targeted through a greater number of frequented communication channels, municipal employees are more frequently trained in communication issues, crisis communication plans are likely to be prepared. On the other hand, we confirmed that all these factors are limited to some extent by the size of the municipality and the financial resources allocated for communication.

The perception of risk in the flood-prone area: a case study from the Czech municipality

2018 ◽  
Vol 27 (1) ◽  
pp. 2-14 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohan Kumar Bera ◽  
Petr Daněk
Keyword(s):  
Czech Republic ◽  
Risk Perception ◽  
Crisis Management ◽  
Disaster Management ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
River Bank ◽  
The Czech Republic ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Study Research

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore the risk perceptions and activities of people to reduce impacts of disaster. Design/methodology/approach Case study research has been conducted in village Podhradí nad Dyjí in the Dyje river basin in Czech Republic. Villagers from different age groups, experts, NGO members have been interviewed to understand people’s perceptions of flood risks and their actions. Findings The research has found that changing flood insurance policy influenced people’s risk perception. There is also increasing self-dependency among people to reduce impacts of disaster. They come together to support each other and develop collectivities in managing disaster. People’s actions and willingness to participate in disaster management activities change with distance from the river bank. Research limitations/implications The village identified for the case study research has been affected by floods after implementation of the Crisis Management Act No. 240/2000 Coll. The findings of the study are influenced by geographical location of the municipality and cannot be generalised in the Czech Republic. Practical implications The research has listed physical as well as socio-economic and cultural indicators of risk perception in the Czech Republic. These indicators and outcomes should help to assess and identify the gaps in reducing impacts of floods. Originality/value The study has revealed the interconnection between physical, socio-economic, and cultural factors of risk perception after implementing the Crisis Management Act No. 240/2000 Coll. and changing strategies in disaster management in the Czech Republic.

The effect of risk communication on the acceptance of policies for high-risk facilities in South Korea: with particular focus on the mediating effects of risk perception

2017 ◽  
Vol 85 (2) ◽  
pp. 337-355 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dae-Woong Lee ◽  
Gi-Heon Kwon
Keyword(s):  
Risk Perception ◽  
High Risk ◽  
Risk Communication ◽  
Risk Perceptions ◽  
Nuclear Power ◽  
Communication Strategy ◽  
Policy Implications ◽  
Public Acceptance ◽  
The South ◽  
South Korean

Continuous technological development has resulted in a new type of risk to human lives: what is now regarded as “socially created risk.” Ideas on risk have increasingly focused on subjective, rather than objective, risk. This shift is clearly observable in the case of location policies for nuclear energy facilities. The South Korean public is often suspicious of new energy facilities; for example, in the case of nuclear power, they are suspicious of the risk of involuntary exposure to dangerous radiation, which cannot be effectively controlled. Therefore, the South Korean government is continuously discussing how to increase the acceptance of such high-risk facilities by managing the public’s risk perceptions. The research question was as follows: “Does the Korean government’s risk communication strategy have a positive impact on the public’s risk perceptions and acceptance of policies?” This study analyzed whether communicating risks helps boost public acceptance of high-risk facilities. A structural equation model and multiple group analyses were used for empirical analysis. The study explores government perspectives in terms of insecurity and conflict caused by scientific advancements, and uncertain public perceptions of high-risk facilities such as nuclear power plants. It provides empirical results regarding risk communication and implications for public policy that decrease risk perception and increase the acceptance of such policies. Points for practitioners This study analyzes whether risk communication can solve the problem of low public acceptance of high-risk facilities, based on their risk perception. As a result, this study contributes to policy implications regarding risk communication as a way to control risk perception and increase policy acceptance. In particular, it is critical to develop strategies for risk communication in which the public shares the decision-making process with governmental bodies and energy providers.

scholarly journals Major Accident Prevention Risk Communication Effectiveness: A Survey in the Czech Republic

2014 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 18-25
Author(s):  
Jakub Řeháček ◽  
Jakub Dlabka ◽  
Barbora Baudišová ◽  
Pavel Danihelka
Keyword(s):  
Czech Republic ◽  
Risk Communication ◽  
Communication System ◽  
Current System ◽  
Nationwide Survey ◽  
Communication Effectiveness ◽  
Industrial Accidents ◽  
The Czech Republic ◽  
Main Research ◽  
Level Of Knowledge

Abstract An effective communication among authorities, citizens and industry is crucial to ensure good awareness of risk and knowledge of adequate reactions in preparedness to major industrial accidents. The present risk communication system in Czech Republic was evaluated by a nationwide survey. The main research was focused on the level of knowledge about risks and appropriate reactions to an accident and on the attitudes towards existing risk communication system. The results of survey indicate that the current system is insufficient and has to be improved to fulfill the requirements of the new Seveso III directive (2012/18/EU) and to secure safety of the citizens.

scholarly journals Impact of reference groups on the teenagers’ buying process of clothing in the Czech Republic

2011 ◽  
Vol 59 (7) ◽  
pp. 489-496 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jana Turčínková ◽  
Jiří Moisidis
Keyword(s):  
Czech Republic ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Communication Strategy ◽  
Marketing Communication ◽  
Reference Groups ◽  
Group 13 ◽  
The Czech Republic ◽  
Brand Building ◽  
Time Period

The main objective of our research was to suggest recommendations for Czech producers of clothing for brand building and marketing communication strategies with Czech consumers in age group 13 to 19 years, therefore, our goal was to analyze consumer behavior of Czech youth when buying and using clothing and to analyze factors influencing their behavior, with the emphasis on reference groups and these results are presented in this paper. The target group (consumers 13–19 years old) was selected because it’s often been neglected in recent marketing researches. The research consisted of primarily qualitative research (n = 96) in the form of in-depth interviews and pilot quantitative research (n = 200) in a form of online survey. The data collection was conducted in time period March 17–April 22, 2011. On the basis of data analysis, authors suggested general recommendations for improving marketing communication strategy of fashion producers in the Czech Republic. The results hint differences in the buying behavior of clothing between respondents in the age 13–15 and 16–19 years. The group of 13–15 years old teenagers doesn’t consider clothing brands as a very important criterion when choosing particular piece of clothing, while for the older group brands matter. The 16–19 year old ones are significantly more influenced by their friends and opinion leaders, while the for the younger group this influence comes not from their peers, but mostly parents.

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