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Biological Threat Agents

The Department of Health published a comprehensive guidance document: 
Biological threats: A Health Response for Ireland produced by the interdisciplinary Expert Committee - Contingency Planning for Biological Threats

 Other links: 

  • UK Health Security Agency - Deliberate and accidental releases
  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, US - Emergency Preparedness and Response

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