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Bioterrorism and Public Health Preparedness Program

Preparing Philadelphia for public health emergencies.

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The Bioterrorism and Public Health Preparedness Program plans for and responds to public health emergencies in the City of Philadelphia. A public health emergency is an emergency that poses a significant threat to human health, such as a natural disaster, an act of terrorism, or a severe disease outbreak.

To prepare for public health emergencies we:

  • Establish public health preparedness priorities based on local threats and hazards.
  • Develop and tests response plans for a variety of hazards.
  • Train staff and volunteers to their emergency response roles.
  • Collaborate with local, state, and federal partners.

During a public health emergency we may:

  • Coordinate the public health response with partner agencies.
  • Provide subject matter expertise and clinical guidance.
  • Conduct disease surveillance and epidemiological investigation.
  • Implement disease control measures, like isolation and quarantine.
  • Dispense emergency medications or administer emergency vaccinations.
  • Provide medical screening and triage.
  • Communicate with the public about how to stay healthy and safe.

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Bioterrorism and Public Health Preparedness Program
1101 Market St., 12th floor
Philadelphia, PA 19107
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