Bioterrorism (BT)

BT is the intentional release or distribution of a bacteria, virus or toxins (known as agents) with the intention to cause panic, fear, anxiety, illness and death.  Fortunately, it is very difficult to do this successfully for a number of reasons.  In addition, most of these agents can be countered with the use of vaccine, antibiotic or anti toxin.  Click here to visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Bioterrorism page for more information.    http://www.bt.cdc.gov/agent/agentlist.asp

Many Bioterrorism preparedness efforts have taken place within Ocean County over the past few years.