Preparation for Terrorist Threats: Biologic and Chemical Agents
This article is part of a collaborative effort by experts in the field of emergency preparedness to complete an overview begun by the late Michael Shannon, MD, MPH, on the current challenges and future directions in pediatric disaster readiness. This particular article, "Preparation for Terrorist Threats: Biologic and Chemical Agents," will address pertinent clinical management issues relating to biologic and chemical agents and the unique vulnerabilities and care needs of children as potential victims of such terrorism.
Section of Clinical Toxicology, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Pediatrics and Emergency Medicine University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
Reprint requests and correspondence: Fred M. Henretig, MD, Director, Section of Clinical Toxicology Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Professor of Pediatrics and Emergency Medicine University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
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