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Structure and Important Recommendations of the Fink Report: An African Perspective
By Ochieng Austin Aluoch This monograph is a treatise of the Fink Report resulting from the author’s participation in an online course on ‘Teaching Applied DualUse Biosecurity Education’ at School of Social and International Studies, University of Bradford, UK.
Medical Countermeasures Dispensing: Emergency Use Authorization and the Postal Model – Workshop Summary
During public health emergencies such as terrorist attacks or influenza outbreaks, the public health system’s ability to save lives could depend on dispensing medical countermeasures such as antibiotics, antiviral medications, and vaccines to a large number of people in a short amount of time. For example, if aerosolized anthrax were released over a large, highly-populated Read More »
- April 28, 2011
- | Filed under North America, Report, and 2001-2025
Strategic Priorities 2011–2015: Responding to the Public Health Challenges of the 21st Century
“FDA’s mission to protect and promote the public health is more critical than ever. We are positioned at a challenging moment in history and the demands of the 21st century are unprecedented. Together, we must prepare to meet those demands and usher science, public health, and FDA into a new era. In that spirit, we Read More »
- April 26, 2011
- | Filed under North America, Featured, Report, and 2001-2025
NIAID Biodefense Research Agenda for Category B and C Priority Pathogens
In early 2002, NIAID developed a Strategic Plan for Biodefense Research at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID). As part of the implementation of the recommendations outlined in the Strategic Plan, NIAID convened two panels of experts to provide advice and guidance on specific areas of research. The first panel prioritized NIAID research plans for the Read More »
- April 26, 2011
- | Filed under North America, Other, and 2001-2025
Laboratory Security and Emergency Response Guidance for Laboratories Working with Select Agents
In recent years, concern has increased regarding use of biologic materials as agents of terrorism, but these same agents are often necessary tools in clinical and research microbiology laboratories. Traditional biosafety guidelines for laboratories have emphasized use of optimal work practices, appropriate containment equipment, well-designed facilities, and administrative controls to minimize risk of worker injury Read More »
- April 25, 2011
- | Filed under North America, Other, and 2001-2025
