Bioterrorism

- Common Questions About Bioterrorism
What is Baltimore County doing to prepare for and detect bioterrorism?  Learn about efforts to protect and inform citizens. 

- Resources for Citizens
The Office of Public Health Emergency Preparedness maintains a public hotline and web pages prepared to respond to public health emergencies, including those caused by terrorism.

- Resources for Health Professionals
Health professionals are the first line of defense against bioterrorism. This section helps provide health professionals with the latest resources.

Other Related Pages

- Biological Agents
Biological agents cause anthrax, botulism, plague, smallpox, tularemia and the viral hemorrhagic fevers such as Ebola.  Learn why these diseases are of the highest concern by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

- Emergency Preparedness
If disaster struck the Baltimore region, it could be days before help arrived and basic services are restored. Find out how to be prepared.

Related Agencies

- Health

Revised December 27, 2006