Melissa Agnes

JUNE 22, 2014

Welcome to episode #003 of The Crisis Intelligence Podcast with Melissa Agnes and Jim Spicuzza. Mobile technology can do wonders for today’s crisis communication. Within this podcast, Jim Spicuzza, CEO of CrisisGo, and I discuss the power of mobile technology in your crisis communications. Running time: 49:30. Get connected!

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Melissa Agnes

OCTOBER 1, 2014

A look at CDC’s crisis communication in the initial hours of the U.S. Thomas Frieden, director of the CDC, was a brilliant example of how to communicate effectively while positioning himself (the CDC) as the voice of calm and authority in this highly emotionally impacting crisis. Case Studies Leadership in a Crisis'

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Agility PR Solutions

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

In today’s fast-paced, mind-bogglingly interconnected world, effective communication must be considered of paramount importance across all industries, and the healthcare sector is no exception.

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The Hoyt Organization

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Healthcare is one of the most important industries in the world. As a result, healthcare organizations must differentiate themselves and communicate clearly with their audienceswhether patients, caregivers, or industry peers. Maintain Reputation in Crisis: Respond quickly and transparently to negative publicity or errors.

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5W PR

MARCH 17, 2025

One healthcare organization detected a ransomware attack 12 hours before encryption began, thanks to behavior-based alerts about unusual file access patterns. The post Proactive Cybersecurity: Building Your Defense Before Crisis Strikes appeared first on Public Relations Blog | 5W PR Agency | PR Firm.

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Melissa Agnes

MARCH 19, 2015

After seeing organizations the likes of Anthem, Sony, Target, Home Depot – and the list goes on – suffer through a data breach hack crisis, I think it’s clear to state that a data breach hack is a risk that this digital era presents to your organization no matter its size, industry or any other criteria.

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5W PR

MARCH 31, 2025

PR teams must balance effective communication with strict adherence to FDA regulations, HIPAA requirements, and other healthcare standards. Crisis Management and Compliance When compliance issues arise, PR teams must be prepared to respond quickly and appropriately.

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Melissa Agnes

JUNE 4, 2014

This, ladies and gentlemen, is a great example of the power of social media in emergency and crisis situations. How can hospitals and other healthcare facilities protect themselves? How have you, or could you, leverage social media and mobile technology as a crisis preparedness strategy? Step 2: Plan and train your team.

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The Hoyt Organization

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

The challenges of an aging population and the potential threat of pandemics increases the demand for a trusted and high quality healthcare industry. Global health crises have emphasized the need for a robust healthcare system that can quickly respond to widespread threats.

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Melissa Agnes

NOVEMBER 4, 2014

As I’ve said often , there are two crises within the Ebola crisis: The Ebola crisis itself; and. This is a problem for both the Ebola crisis and Fearbola. It is up to every single hospital, healthcare practitioner, health commission, ministry of health, etc. Crisis Communication Crisis Prevention'

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Agility PR Solutions

JANUARY 9, 2020

As we look toward 2020, two key areas—crisis management and healthcare communications—may be among those experiencing the most dramatic shifts for PR professionals. Crisis and reputation management continues to evolve as the media battle for online click and social media […].

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Melissa Agnes

OCTOBER 31, 2014

I wanted to publish a post today on something scary related to crisis and emergency management, but the more I thought about what that something could be, I realized that I probably scare you (at least on some level) every week as I detail the realities and challenges of crisis management in this real-time and digitally-connected world.

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5W PR

AUGUST 12, 2020

The coronavirus pandemic has presented a global crisis unlike any other that has been experienced in the past, affecting every industry on the globe. 4 internal communications strategies for healthcare PR. #1. Keep healthcare staff informed about COVID-19 policies. Adopt content formats that employees can relate to.

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Buchanan PR

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Photo by Camilo Jimenez on Unsplash In the fast-paced and ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, effective crisis communication is paramount for maintaining a positive brand reputation. In this blog post, we will explore strategies for effective crisis communication in healthcare settings.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

Curated by PR News, The Skinny details the top stories in the communication industry, covering social media, crisis management, media relations, content marketing, technology, and digital PR. Check out these 10 newsletters every PR pro should read. PR News: The Skinny. PR Daily News Feed. Don’t all PR people want to Help A Reporter Out?

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HMA Public Relations

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Following the murder of the CEO of United Healthcare, crisis communicators are evaluating their current plans and making changes to address this type of situation. Abbie Fink discusses the importance of crisis training and why plans have to be updated regularly in this blog post.

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5W PR

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

In 2025, the use of AI-driven analytics for investment decisions will be ubiquitous, helping VCs identify and nurture ventures that use machine learning, automation, and data-driven solutions in areas like healthcare and financial services. These tools are no longer just helpful—they’re central to the VC firm of the future.

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Landis PR

OCTOBER 25, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic irrevocably changed the worldwide healthcare industry. Healthcare communications changed along with it, but no one could have predicted at the start of COVID that we’d be struggling with this continuing crisis today. How do we navigate ongoing changes in healthcare communications? Test and learn. .

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5W PR

AUGUST 1, 2024

In today’s digital era, the reputation of a healthcare organization holds unprecedented importance. Healthcare PR agencies play a pivotal role in safeguarding and nurturing a positive reputation, fostering trust within the community, and ultimately, attracting and retaining patients.

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Melissa Agnes

SEPTEMBER 26, 2014

I had the opportunity to present a crisis management workshop to some very savvy and fascinating professionals within the healthcare sector of the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia. From The Crisis Intelligence Blog. These Smart Social Media Tactics Will Help You Prevent A Crisis. Crisis Management Resources'

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5W PR

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Public relations has emerged as a vital component of the healthcare industry. It serves as a bridge between healthcare providers and the communities they serve. Building Trust and Reputation One of the most critical functions of PR in healthcare is cultivating a positive public perception.

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Melissa Agnes

AUGUST 29, 2014

From The Crisis Intelligence Blog. Emory’s Excellent Crisis Communication on Facebook. Melissa Agnes to Conduct Crisis Management Workshop at the GCC Government Social Media Summit in Dubai. Social Media for Healthcare: What’s The Potential? This week’s episode of The Crisis Intelligence Podcast. Listen here!

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Melissa Agnes

SEPTEMBER 12, 2014

This week I’ve been trying to jam two work weeks into one as I’ll be traveling to the middle east next week – Dubai to be precise – to speak to healthcare delegates at a GCC government conference. From The Crisis Intelligence Blog. The Value of a Crisis Simulation. Crisis Management Resources'

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5W PR

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

High stakes, rapid change, and intense public scrutiny characterize healthcare organizations and the complex environment in which they operate. To manage communication and shape public perception, healthcare organizations have to invest in the kind of services that effective healthcare PR agencies provide.

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Agility PR Solutions

OCTOBER 21, 2020

Besides house pets and maybe the ozone layer, very few things have benefitted from the COVID crisis—but according to new research from healthcare staffing firm CHG Healthcare, many firms can add their own corporate culture to that short list. The post COVID silver lining?

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Agility PR Solutions

OCTOBER 5, 2020

The healthcare industry has faced crisis at every turn in 2020, constantly challenged by COVID flare-ups all over the world, battling for provisions, struggling to keep frontline workers safe, and bearing the onus of reliance on a vaccine and societal stability.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 29, 2020

The crisis threatens the survival of many smaller businesses, so everyone is rooting for recovery. In times of crisis, change, or transition, leadership is critically important. The good will generated will pay reputation dividends for their brands long after the COVID-19 crisis has eased. Empathy is also a two-way street.

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Melissa Agnes

OCTOBER 1, 2014

Though this information is accurate and the advice within this post is relevant to any and all organizations, there have been more developments to this crisis that do not appear within this post. Listen: TCIP #020 – Managing The Ebola Crisis With Bill Boyd. Take a look: Read: Emory’s Excellent Crisis Communication on Facebook.

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Melissa Agnes

SEPTEMBER 29, 2014

Two weeks ago I was in Dubai presenting a 6 hour workshop on the use of social media and mobile technology for emergency management, to the GCC healthcare sector. In the coming weeks I’m hoping to have some of these fascinating professionals join me on The Crisis Intelligence Podcast to further discuss their social initiatives with us.

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Melissa Agnes

MARCH 31, 2015

Let’s use the healthcare industry as an example, as their Wikipedia risk is amongst the greatest. Wikipedia’s risk on the healthcare industry. I’m using the healthcare industry as an example in this post because their risk of inaccurate information being mistaken as a trusted, reliable source can be great.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 26, 2019

For those who said they did plan to speak publicly about issues, the most pressing topics named were data privacy, healthcare, and diversity and inclusion. To show leadership during a serious crisis situation. It’s not always about crisis management. Here are some of the most common. . To announce a new strategy.

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Melissa Agnes

FEBRUARY 1, 2017

Welcome to episode #059 of The Crisis Intelligence Podcast, with Melissa Agnes and Sam Miller. Earlier this week, I published a #crisisready video that discusses the emotional factors that can quickly escalate an incident to crisis-level. Subscribe to the Crisis Intelligence Podcast! Running time: 49:30.

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PRSay

OCTOBER 27, 2023

It goes beyond the ability to read and write; health literacy is about comprehending complex health concepts, navigating the ever-so-confusing healthcare system and effectively communicating with healthcare professionals. One, many people who are reading this know all too well.

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Presspage

AUGUST 20, 2024

Here are three compelling reasons to keep your crisis communications separate from your regular website and marketing tools. By keeping your crisis communication tools separate, you ensure a robust, independent system that stays up when everything else goes down. Stay Reliable When It Matters Most The Crowdstrike outage hit over 8.5

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Prowly

APRIL 11, 2025

TRY PROWLY TODAY FOR 7 DAYS FREE Benefits of reputation marketing for your company If your brand operates in a high-scrutiny industry (like finance, healthcare, or large corporations), strong reputation management is essential. One of the benefits of reputation marketing is a reliable community and strong bonds with customers.

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Cision

FEBRUARY 4, 2016

The stakes for PR are high in the healthcare industry. One wrong step could blow up into a huge crisis. How did you get your start in public relations and healthcare communication? Porter Novelli’s proprietary methodology is very useful to create powerful healthcare communication programs. Image via Verónica González.

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NewsWhip

SEPTEMBER 11, 2019

There’s no telling when a potential PR crisis will hit, and the worst possible time to try and plan for it is while you’re scrambling to deal with it. We’re outlining what to do before, during, and after a crisis according to our clients, industry professionals, and panels we’ve hosted this year. Before a crisis.

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