Biological Threats and Terrorism: Assessing the Science and Response Capabilities, Workshop Summary

Institute of Medicine, Forum on Emerging Infections,Forum on Emerging Infections,Board on Global Health,National Academy of Sciences,Institute of Medicine

Biological Threats and Terrorism: Assessing the Science and Response Capabilities, Workshop Summary
Format
Paperback
Publisher
National Academies Press
Country
United States
Published
7 April 2002
Pages
336
ISBN
9780309082532

Biological Threats and Terrorism: Assessing the Science and Response Capabilities, Workshop Summary

Institute of Medicine, Forum on Emerging Infections,Forum on Emerging Infections,Board on Global Health,National Academy of Sciences,Institute of Medicine

In the wake of September 11th and recent anthrax events, our nation’s bioterrorism response capability has become a priority for policymakers, researchers, public health officials, academia and the private sector. In a three-day workshop, convened by the Institute of Medicine’s Forum on Emerging Infections, experts from each of these communities came together to identify, clarify and prioritize the next steps that need to be taken to prepare and strengthen bioterrorism response capabilities. From the discussions it became clear that of utmost urgency is the need to cast the issue of a response in an appropriate framework that can attract the attention of Congress and the public and garner sufficient and sustainable support for such initiatives. Numerous workshop participants agreed that there are many gaps in the public health infrastructure and countermeasure capabilities that must be prioritized and addressed in order to assure a rapid and effective response to another bioterrorist attack.

This item is not currently in-stock. It can be ordered online and is expected to ship in approx 4 weeks

Our stock data is updated periodically, and availability may change throughout the day for in-demand items. Please call the relevant shop for the most current stock information. Prices are subject to change without notice.

Sign in or become a Readings Member to add this title to a wishlist.