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Reports
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Smallpox Vaccination Program: Public Health in an Age of Terrorism. 2005.
- This report discusses smallpox and the smallpox vaccination program.
Source: National Academies Press (All by Source | Source Website).
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Biological Terrorism, Weapons, Security and Defense :
Public Health
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Redefining Readiness: Terrorism Planning Through the Eyes of the Public. September 2004.
- This study describes how Americans would "react to protective instructions in two terrorist attacks: a smallpox outbreak and the explosion of a dirty bomb."
Source: Center for the Advancement of Collaborative Strategies in Health (All by Source | Source Website).
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Biological Terrorism, Weapons, Security and Defense :
Mental Health :
Radiological Terrorism, Weapons, Security and Defense
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3.
Medical Management of Biological Casualties Handbook. August 2004.
- From U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases (USAMRIID), the fifth edition of the "blue book" covers: the history of biological warfare and current threat; distinguishing between natural and intentional disease outbreaks; ten steps in the management of biological casualties on the battlefield; bacterial agents; viral agents; biological toxins; emerging infections and future biological weapons detection; personal protection; and decontamination. Appendices include: a glossary of medical terms; patient isolation precautions; BW agent characteristics; BW agent vaccines, prophylactics and therapeutics, medical sample collection for bio threat agents; specimens for laboratory diagnosis; BW agent laboratory identification; differential diagnosis - toxins vs. nerve agents; comparative lethality - toxins vs. chemical agents, aerosol toxicity in LD/50 vs quantity of toxin; references; Use of IND products; drug/vaccine considerations in special populations; emergency response contacts - FBI & public health. Fourth Edition.
Source: U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases (USAMRIID) (All by Source | Source Website). Large File: 2.1+ Mb.
See Also -
Anthrax :
Biological Terrorism, Weapons, Security and Defense :
Public Health
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4.
Darker Bioweapons Future. November 2003.
- This brief, unclassified report from the CIA's Directorate of Intelligence examines the effects of the biological revolution on the development of biological weapons. Based on a panel of life science experts convened for the Strategic Assessments Group by the National Academy of Sciences, the document reviews recent research into mousepox, smallpox viral proteins, and polio virus and the technology of future bioweapons including binary, designer, and stealth agents along with weaponized gene therapy vectors.
Source: Central Intelligence Agency, United States (All by Source | Source Website).
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Biological Terrorism, Weapons, Security and Defense :
Intelligence and Intelligence Sharing
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Homeland Insecurity: Building the Expertise to Defend America from Bioterrorism. July 2003.
- This report by the Partnership for Public Service (www.ourpublicservice.org), a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to excellence in civil service, describes the declining number of biodefense experts in the U.S. government. With many retirements and insufficient recruitment efforts, the shrinking number of federal geneticists, infectious disease specialists, and epidemiologists makes the nation more vulnerable to a biological attack. The report also discusses agricultural terrorism, the October 2001 anthrax attacks, and lessons from Dark Winter, a bioterrorism exercise cosponsored by MIPT.
Source: Partnership for Public Service (All by Source | Source Website).
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Agricultural Terrorism :
Anthrax :
Biological Terrorism, Weapons, Security and Defense :
Food Safety :
Homeland Security :
Lessons Learned :
Public Health
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6.
Smallpox: Is the Department of Defense Prepared? June 2003.
- This report discusses the question: "Given the asymmetric threat posed by biological weapons and recent advances in biotechnology, is the Department of Defense (DoD) prepared to counter the current smallpox threat? A comparative analysis was completed evaluating differences between smallpox and influenza preparedness. The analysis included evaluation of detection and surveillance (the components of
recognition), as well as applied research, specialized infrastructure, and disease prevention and control (the elements of intervention). The analysis determined DoD is largely unprepared. Recommendations to improve response include: research and development of new vaccines and antivirals, enhanced vaccine production capacity, additional research focused at bolstering nonspecific immunity, improved clinical
diagnostics and additional specialized laboratory infrastructure."
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Biological Terrorism, Weapons, Security and Defense :
Homeland Security
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7.
Smallpox Vaccination: Implementation of National Program Faces Challenges. April 2003.
- In this report, GAO examined the implementation of the National Smallpox Vaccination Program. The report discussed how the "implementation of the civilian part of the program is proceeding; what challenges have been encountered; and whether these challenges have been addressed."
Source: Government Accountability Office (All by Source | Source Website). Report Number: GAO-03-578.
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Public Health
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Fire Chief's Guide to Smallpox Vaccination. January 2003.
- This report by the International Association of Fire Chiefs is not intended to be an all-encompassing how-to guide but should assist personnel with opening dialogue with state and local public health officials in order to assist in implementation of a vaccination program; evaluating the likely operational and administrative impact of a vaccination program on the fire department; identifying ideas to minimize that impact; and heightening a fire department's understanding of the benefits and risks from this vaccine.
Source: International Association of Fire Chiefs (All by Source | Source Website).
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First Responders
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CDC Smallpox Response Plan and Guidelines. September 2002.
- This report lists criteria for smallpox response plan implementation, notification procedures for suspected cases, CDC and state and local responsibilities and activities—including some that should take place prior to a smallpox emergency—and CDC vaccine and personnel mobilization. The report also provides Guidelines and Annexes to assist federal, state, and local health officials in implementing the specific activities that are essential for the management of a smallpox emergency.
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, United States (All by Source | Source Website).
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Biological Terrorism, Weapons, Security and Defense :
Public Health
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10.
Responding to the Threat of Smallpox Bioterrorism: An Ounce of Prevention Is Best Approach. April 2002.
- This report, by Veronique de Rugy and Charles V. Pena, discusses steps the government could take to be prepared for a smallpox bioterrorist attack.
Source: Cato Institute (All by Source | Source Website). Report Number: Policy Analysis No. 434.
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Biological Terrorism, Weapons, Security and Defense
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11.
Defending America: Asymmetric and Terrorist Attacks with Biological Weapons. September 2001.
- This report, by Anthony H. Cordesman, discusses Asymmetric and Terrorist Attacks with Biological Weapons, Types of Attack: Determining Future Methods of Attack and the Needed Response, and Biological Weapons as Means of Attack.
Source: Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) (All by Source | Source Website).
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Anthrax :
Biological Terrorism, Weapons, Security and Defense
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Medical Management of Biological Casualties Handbook. February 2001.
- From U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases (USAMRIID), the fourth edition of the "blue book" covers: the history of BW and the current threat; distinguishing natural and man-made outbreaks; management of biological casualties; anthrax; brucellosis; glanders and melioidosis; plague; Q fever; tularemia; smallpox; Venezuelan Equine Encephalitis (VEE); viral hemorrhagic fevers (VHF); botulinum; ricin; Staphylococcal Enterotoxin B (SEB); trichothecene (T-2) mycotoxins; personal protection equipment (PPE) and measures; and decontamination. Appendices include: a glossary of medical terms; patient isolation precautions; BW agent characteristics; BW vaccines, therapeutics, and prophylaxis; BW medical sample collection; specimens for laboratory diagnosis; BW agent laboratory identification; differential diagnosis of toxins vs. nerve agents; comparative lethality of toxins vs. chemical agents; aerosol toxicity; and a list of references and emergency response contacts. Fifth Edition.
Source: U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases (USAMRIID) (All by Source | Source Website).
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Biological Terrorism, Weapons, Security and Defense :
Public Health
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CDC/DoD Smallpox Workshop Final Report. April 2000.
- This final report from the workshop is associated with the Biological Warfare Improved Response Program of the U.S. Army Soldier and Biological Chemical Command (SBCCOM). Medical surveillance, vaccination strategies, case and contact isolation, and communicable disease are all covered in this report. The report also includes: a response template and validation worksheet; information briefings; a workshop scenario; a list of abbreviations; and conference-related items.
Source: Soldier and Biological Chemical Command (SBCCOM), U.S. Department of Defense (All by Source). Large File: 5+ Mb.
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Biological Terrorism, Weapons, Security and Defense :
Public Health
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14.
Bioterrorism Readiness Plan: A Template for Healthcare Facilities. April 1999.
- From the CDC's Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Planning Guidance, this report offers information for hospitals and health departments. The readiness plan covers infection control activities, laboratory policy, public inquiries, and disease specific information for anthrax, botulism, plague, and smallpox.
Source: Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) (All by Source | Source Website)/Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, United States (All by Source | Source Website).
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Biological Terrorism, Weapons, Security and Defense :
Public Health
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15.
Smallpox and Its Eradication. 1988.
- This book discusses the eradication of smallpox and the program that carried out the eradication.
Source: World Health Organization (All by Source | Source Website).
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Public Health
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16.
Anthrax and Smallpox Frequently Asked Questions.
- This information is not intended to replace nor does it represent a physician consultation and/or visit. The purpose of these questions and answers is to provide useful information regarding potential biohazards. Specifically, these questions and answers are regarding anthrax and smallpox.
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Anthrax :
Public Health
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Frequently Asked Questions on the Smallpox Vaccination Program.
- This resource answers questions on the Smallpox Vaccination Program including the Smallpox Response Teams, the General Public, Military Personnel, State Department and Overseas Issues, the Disease, the Vaccine, and Vaccine Safety.
Source: White House, United States (All by Source | Source Website).
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Public Health
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Maxi-Vac.
- "Maxi-Vac is a program that can be used by state and local public health officials to plan optimal large-scale smallpox vaccination clinics. The program can be downloaded (for free) and the user can then enter the number of human resources available to operate a clinic (e.g., physicians, nurses, cleric staff). Maxi-Vac will then allocate those staff among the pre-designated required activities that will result in the maximum patient flow-through."
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, United States (All by Source | Source Website).
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Public Health
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President Delivers Remarks on Smallpox.
- This is the President's remarks made at the announcement of the Smallpox Vaccination Program. In these remarks, the President discusses the program along with recommendations on who should receive the vaccine and its voluntary nature. Background Information on Smallpox is also provided with these remarks.
Source: White House, United States (All by Source | Source Website).
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Presidential Reports and Statements :
Public Health
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Fact Sheets
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Protecting Americans: Smallpox Vaccination Program - White House Fact Sheet.
- This fact sheet discusses the Smallpox Vaccination Program including the Smallpox Response Teams and the vaccination of Department of Defense and State personnel.
Source: White House, United States (All by Source | Source Website).
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Public Health :
Terrorism Fact Sheets
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