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What is Bioterrorism?

"Bioterrorism" is defined as the intentional use by anyone of bacteria, viruses or other organic substances
against civilians, whether directly or indirectly, for the purpose of inciting public fear and resource demand in order
to influence public policy decisions.1

  
  1Reference
    The Kansas Department of Health and Environment, Bioterrorism Program http://www.kdheks.gov/cphp/index.htm
 
 
 
This information was developed using information from the Centers for Disease Control and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, Bioterrorism Program.  
 
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