Author: Publisher: DIANE Publishing
ISBN: 9781422323427
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 130
Book Description
Reducing nuclear and biological threats at the source : hearing
Author: Publisher: DIANE Publishing
ISBN: 9781422323427
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 130
Book Description
Reducing nuclear and biological threats at the source
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Homeland Security. Subcommittee on the Prevention of Nuclear and Biological AttackPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 68
Book Description
Global Catastrophic Biological Risks
Author: Thomas V. InglesbyPublisher: Springer
ISBN: 9783030363109
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
This volume focuses on Global Catastrophic Biological Risks (GCBRs), a special class of infectious disease outbreaks or pandemics in which the combined capacity of the world’s private and government resources becomes severely strained. These events, of which the 1918 influenza pandemic is emblematic, cause severe disruptions in the normal functioning of the world, exact heavy tolls in terms of morbidity and mortality, and lead to major economic losses. GCBRs can be caused by any type of microorganism, and myriad contextual factors can influence their impact. Additionally, there are cascading questions that arise in connection with GCBR prediction, preparation, and response. This book gathers contributions from thought leaders who discuss the multi-faceted approaches needed in order to address this problem. From understanding the special characteristics of various microbes to financing challenges, the volume provides an essential primer on a neglected but highly relevant topic. Physicians, scientists, policymakers, public health practitioners and anyone with an interest in the field of pandemics, emerging infectious disease, biosecurity, and global health security will find it a valuable and insightful resource.
REPORT ON LEGISLATIVE AND OVERSIGHT ACTIVITIES OF THE..., JANUARY 2, 2007, 109-2 HOUSE REPORT 109-741
Author: Report on Legislative and Oversight Activities of the House Select Committee on Homeland Security
Author: United States. Congress. House. Select Committee on Homeland SecurityPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : National security
Languages : en
Pages : 352
Book Description
Eliminating Nuclear Threats
Author: International Commission on Nuclear Non-proliferation and DisarmamentPublisher:
ISBN: 9781921612145
Category : Nuclear disarmament
Languages : en
Pages : 294
Book Description
Global Health Security
Author: Anthony J. MasysPublisher: Springer Nature
ISBN: 3030234916
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 425
Book Description
With our highly connected and interdependent world, the growing threat of infectious diseases and public health crisis has shed light on the requirement for global efforts to manage and combat highly pathogenic infectious diseases and other public health crisis on an unprecedented level. Such disease threats transcend borders. Reducing global threats posed by infectious disease outbreaks – whether naturally caused or resulting from a deliberate or accidental release – requires efforts that cross the disaster management pillars: mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery. This book addresses the issues of global health security along 4 themes: Emerging Threats; Mitigation, Preparedness, Response and Recovery; Exploring the Technology Landscape for Solutions; Leadership and Partnership. The authors of this volume highlight many of the challenges that confront our global security environment today. These range from politically induced disasters, to food insecurity, to zoonosis and terrorism. More optimistically, the authors also present some advances in technology that can help us combat these threats. Understanding the challenges that confront us and the tools we have to overcome them will allow us to face our future with confidence.
World at Risk
Author: Commission on Prevention/WMDsPublisher: Vintage
ISBN: 0307473260
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
“The greatest danger of another catastrophic attack in the United States will materialize if the world's most dangerous terrorists acquire the world's most dangerous weapons.” —The 9/11 Commission Report The bipartisan Commission on the Prevention of Weapons of Mass Destruction Proliferation and Terrorism was established by the U.S. Congress to build on the work of the 9/11 Commission by assessing our nation's progress in preventing weapons of mass destruction proliferation and terrorism, and providing a roadmap to greater security with concrete recommendations for improvement. The Commission has interviewed over 200 experts inside and outside of government. They have met with counterterrorism and intelligence officials here at home and abroad who are working to stop proliferation and terrorism The Commission's report examines the government's current policies and programs, identifies gaps in our government's prevention strategy and recommends ways to close them. The threat of terrorist attacks in the United States and elsewhere is still very real. The world remians at risk There is more that can and must be done. Our security depends on it.
Hearings
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on AppropriationsPublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 1570
Book Description
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