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precautionary information. Leveraging these messaging sys- were involved in all efforts during Salaknib and sustained the
tems provided a convenient and widely accessible platform interventions throughout the exercise. They reviewed drafts of
already in use in the camp, effectively initiating word-of- this manuscript and clarified details.
mouth knowledge dissemination among the community. The
camp medical team reported decreased GI and genitourinary Disclosures
complaints over the following several days. These off-the-shelf The authors have nothing to disclose.
messaging apps effectively showcased the value of expeditious
information sharing, resulting in reduced clinic visits and Disclaimer
heightened adherence to handwashing practices. The views expressed in this article are those of the authors and
do not reflect the official policy or position of the U.S. Army
The success of this undertaking can be attributed to the col- Medical Department, Department of the Army, Department of
laborative efforts of PM specialists, the 25th Infantry Division Defense, or the U.S. Government.
medical team, and camp leadership. Their seamless ability
to work cohesively, align messaging objectives, and harness Funding
off-the-shelf technologies underscores the essential nature of No funding was received for this work.
collaboration and interdisciplinary approaches in effectively
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