What biological substances pose the greatest danger in the hands of bioterrorists, and whats a good source of up-to-date information about them?
Look to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for accessible online information on Category A biological disease/agents. These are defined as organisms that pose a risk to national security because “they can be easily disseminated or transmitted from person to person; result in high mortality rates and have the potential for major public health impact; might cause public panic and social disruption; and require special action for public health preparedness.
