The Complete Bioterrorism Survival Guide: Everything You Need to Know Before, During and After an AttackSentient Publications, 2006 - 225 pagini The majority of Americans are concerned about bioterrorism but don't know how to protect themselves and their families. Experts believe it is only a matter of time before such an attack occurs. We know that in a disaster, survival during the first few days is often based on an individual's knowledge and preparation. This book synthesizes critical information into an easy-to-read format. The time to prepare is now! |
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What Diseases Would Probably Result from | 7 |
Degree of Threat of Potential Bioterrorist Diseases | 9 |
Anthrax | 17 |
Plague | 26 |
Smallpox | 37 |
Hemorrhagic Fever Viruses | 47 |
How Are Diseases Spread? | 49 |
What Does History Tell Us About the Use | 55 |
SelfDecontamination Basics | 93 |
What Is the Government Doing to Protect Me? | 103 |
How Will the Government Respond after | 127 |
How Will the HealthCare Community Respond? | 141 |
What if I Have to Provide Home Nursing Care | 153 |
Specific Disease Infection Control Precautions | 166 |
How Will I Ever Recover? | 181 |
Disaster Reactions and Intervention Suggestions | 188 |
How Are Bioweapons Made? | 67 |
How Can I Prepare Myself and My Family for | 73 |
My Emergency Supplies Checklist | 81 |
How Should I Respond to a Bioterrorist Attack? | 89 |
Resources | 207 |
About the Author | 226 |
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