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General Information
Bioterrorism is the deliberate release of viruses, bacteria, or other agents used to cause illness or death in people, animals, or plants. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in partnership with state and local health departments, identifies and responds to bioterrorist threats and attacks.
LCPH plans for bioterrorism response include collaborative efforts with the local medical community. All plans are on-going in order to continually improve our ability to detect and respond to a bioterrorist attack. If a bioterrorist event occurs in Lane County , the public will be informed through news media and the LCPH website.
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Bioterrorism Questions
Why does LCPH have a Bioterrorism Plan?
Lane County Public Health plays a vital role in reducing public panic. The purpose of planning is to prepare for a bioterrorism incident that could cause disruption of normal medical, commercial and governmental services and would trigger an emergency response from Lane County Public Health Services.
What legal authority does LCPH have to investigate communicable diseases?
ORS 431.110-190, 431.416-530, 433.019-040, 433.090-220, 433.441-452, OAR 333-03-0010-0140
Where can I find Bioterrorism information specific to Oregon?
Visit the Oregon Department of Human Services website.
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Anthrax
General Information
Anthrax is an acute bacterial disease.It is not very contagious. Anthrax most commonly occurs in wild and domestic: cattle, sheep, goats, camels, antelopes, and other herbivores. It can also occur in humans when they are exposed to infected animals or tissue from infected animals. Humans can become infected by inhaling, eating or touching the bacterial spores. Antibiotics can be affective in treating cases but success depends on when treatment is started and the amount of spores the individual has been exposed to.
Click here to read frequently asked questions about anthrax.
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Smallpox
General Information
Smallpox is an acute, contagious, and sometimes fatal disease caused by the variola virus. Common symptoms include a fever and a distinctive progressive skin rash. In 1980, the disease was declared eradicated following worldwide vaccination programs. However, in the aftermath of the events in 2001, the U.S. government is taking precautions to be ready to deal with a bioterrorist attack using smallpox as a weapon.
Click here to learn about local, state and national smallpox response plans.
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Contact
Phone: (541) 682-4008
Program Coordinator: Brian K Johnson
LCPH services are available regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, and marital status. LCPH facilities are wheelchair accessible. LCPH materials are available upon request in alternative formats such as: large print, Braille and other languages.
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