Overview
The use of biological agents to threaten or harm civilians
on American soil is no longer a remote possibility. It is very real.
The inaugural session of the Public Health Grand Rounds will feature
presentations and discussions on bioterrorism and its implications
for public health practitioners, organizations, and systems. Using
actual examples of domestic biological threats and hypothetical scenarios
as background, public health leaders will explore the potential impact
of an act of bioterrorism on public health agencies, and the implications
for the public health infrastructure.
Goal
To promote a leadership-level national dialogue on public health
issues of strategic significance in responding to bioterrorism.
Objectives
Participants will:
- Define the role of public health in preparing and reacting to bioterrorism.
- Describe the roles of primary and specialty care providers, public
health agencies, and managed care companies in responding to a bioterrorism
incident.
- Describe methods to promote preparation and planning, not panic,
within their communities.
- Identify the strengths and weaknesses in the public health infrastructure
as they relate to our ability to respond to bioterrorism.
Target Audience
Health leaders, managers, and professionals from local
and state health departments, hospitals, clinics, emergency management
services, and managed care organizations are encouraged to attend
this program.
