Emergency Preparedness from a Health Perspective: Preparing for Bioterrorism at the Federal, State, and Local Levels

Authors

Robin J. Strongin, George Washington University

Document Type

Report

Publication Date

10-2001

Abstract

Despite the good intentions prior to and in the aftermath of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, the existence of significant gaps in the country's preparedness became increasingly clear in the weeks that followed. This background paper provides an overview of the state of bioterrorism preparedness at all levels of government, identifying both the gaps and the steps being taken to close them. A series of reference materials, including a suggested reading list and Web site addresses, are listed at the end of the paper.

Recommended Citation

Strongin, Robin J., "Emergency Preparedness from a Health Perspective: Preparing for Bioterrorism at the Federal, State, and Local Levels" (2001). National Health Policy Forum. Paper 73.
https://hsrc.himmelfarb.gwu.edu/sphhs_centers_nhpf/73

Open Access

yes