BE INFORMED
BIOLOGICAL THREAT |
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1. A biological attack is the release of germs or
other biological
substances. Many agents must be
inhaled, enter through a cut in the skin or be eaten to make you
sick. Some biological agents can cause
contagious diseases, others do not. |
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| 2. A biological attack may or may not be immediately
obvious. While it is possible that you will see signs of a
biological attack it is perhaps more likely that local health
care workers will report a pattern of unusual illness. |
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| 3. You will probably learn of the danger through an
emergency radio or TV broadcast. |
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| 4. If you become aware of an unusual or suspicious
release of an unknown substance nearby, it doesn’t hurt to
protect yourself. |
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| 5. Get away from the substance as quickly as
possible. |
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| 6. Cover your mouth and nose with layers of fabric
that can filter the air but still allow breathing. |
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| 7. Wash with soap and water and contact authorities. |
| 9. At the time of a declared biological emergency be
suspicious, but do not automatically assume that any illness is
the result of the attack. Symptoms of many common illnesses may
overlap. Use common sense, practice good hygiene and cleanliness
to avoid spreading germs, and seek medical advice. |
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8. In the event of a biological attack, public health
officials may not immediately be able to provide information on
what you should do. However, you should watch TV, listen to the
radio, or check the
Internet for official news as it becomes available. |
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