What is Public Healths Responsibility Related to Bioterrorism?
Public Health has a critically important role in Bioterrorism preparedness and response that includes surveillance and early detection, laboratory support, communicable disease control and preventive measures. We have existing systems for identification and investigation of disease outbreaks that could be the first indication of a biological attack. Public Health is dedicated to protecting the health and safety of Tuscola County residents. We place the most emphasis on efforts that provide long-term protection. Is Public Health Prepared to Respond to Bioterrorism? Public Health has expanded our established emergency/disaster response plan to include required response actions for a bioterrorism event. We conduct exercises and train staff and plan to conduct bioterrorism drills in the future. Further, Public Health works with multiple agencies such as law enforcement, the medical community, fire departments, Office of Emergency Management Services, EMS, and other city, county, and state
