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Zareipour M. The Use of Fear Appeal to Promote Safe Behaviors Among People in the Event of an Earthquake. Health in Emergencies and Disasters Quarterly 2023; 9 (1) :5-6
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The Use of Fear Appeal to Promote Safe Behaviors Among People in the Event of an Earthquake
MoradAli Zareipour
Department of Public Health, Faculty of Health, Khoy University of Medical Sciences, Khoy, Iran. , z.morad@yahoo.com
Abstract:   (819 Views)
Earthquake, an unpredictable natural disaster, poses a significant threat to public health, causing physical, human, social, cultural, and economic damages [1]. Iran is among the world’s top 10 earthquake-prone countries—remembering earthquakes cause the greatest human casualties. Preparedness and safe behavior before and during earthquakes are crucially important to reduce the damage of earthquakes and prevent life-threatening incidents and property damage [2]. Each year, unexpected events affect 200 million people, resulting in economic losses of up to 3% of the affected countries’ GDP (gross domestic product). By observing safe behaviors during earthquakes, it is possible to reduce risks and prevent casualties and damages [3]. 
Keywords: Fear Appeal, Promote Safe Behaviors, Earthquake
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Type of Study: Editorial | Subject: General
Received: 2023/04/15 | Accepted: 2023/07/2 | Published: 2023/09/11
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