Bernard D. Goldstein-Risk communication as an essential component of public health practice.

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Ken Berlin-Climate science, risk, and solutions must be communicated together.

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Carl Safina-Provide your audience with information they care about.

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Michael R. Greenberg-Talking to the media requires clear, concise, relatable messages.

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James H. Johnson Jr.-Listen and find commonalities.

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Michelle Lohmann-Challenge the status quo.

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Myrna Espinosa Redfield-Being familiar with all the stakeholders is critical.

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Neil S. Weber-Be truthful, proactive, humorous, concerned, and provide solutions.

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Monica Regalbuto-Respect, sincerity, and concern for workers are essential.

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Jennifer A. Salisbury-Be persistent, consistent, and trustworthy.

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Mélanie Lemire-Be honest, transparent, culturally relevant, and take time, and then more time.

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David Kosson-Be trustworthy, credible, approachable, and independent.

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Amanda Boyd-Respect local knowledge, communication, and traditions.

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