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Studies the phenomenon of crises in public health. Demonstrates, from a historical perspective, how many core elements of U.S. public health policy traces back to crises and responses that riveted public attention. Reviews key elements of crisis response: recognizing a crisis, managing the crisis, communication and politics, and pivoting to prevent the next crisis. Explores, from a strategic perspective, how health officials effectively manage crisis and response in order to win significant policy advances.