Asked by Hannah Swenson on Jun 13, 2024
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According to the CDC, a biologic agent that is easy to disseminate, has a high potential for mortality, can cause a public panic or social disruption, and requires public health preparedness is classified as a (n) ________.
Biologic Agent
Substances derived from living organisms used in the treatment or prevention of diseases.
Public Health Preparedness
The readiness of public health systems to handle emergencies, including pandemics, natural disasters, and bioterrorism, through planning, training, and resource allocation.
Mortality
A fatal outcome.
- Identify key biologic agents and understand the significance of public health preparedness for pandemics and bioterrorism threats.
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Learning Objectives
- Identify key biologic agents and understand the significance of public health preparedness for pandemics and bioterrorism threats.