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Biological warfare and infection control.

M D Nettleman1

  • 1Department of Internal Medicine, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City 52242.

Infection Control and Hospital Epidemiology
|June 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary
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Biological warfare remains theoretical, despite proposed agents. Natural epidemics during wartime demonstrate the severe risks associated with using microbes as weapons.

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Area of Science:

  • Biosecurity
  • Microbiology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Biological warfare agents have been proposed, but their practical application remains uncertain.
  • Historical epidemics during wartime highlight the potential for widespread devastation.