Tag: Terrorism
Many Dermatologists Not Ready to Respond to Biological Attacks
Less than three in 10 dermatologists received training in disaster preparedness and response
Repeated Measures of 9/11-Related PTSD Tied to Mortality
Time-varying PTSD linked to increased risk for all-cause, cardiovascular, external-cause mortality
Novel Checklist Can Distinguish Anthrax Exposure From Other Illnesses
Checklist could minimize need for diagnostic testing after known or suspected population exposure
Terrorist Attack Victims With PTSD Have Higher Cancer Risk
Women with PTSD have higher risk for cancer than men, are more protected from circulatory issues
New Model IDs Factors Tied to Muslim Youth Radicalization
Model provides a framework for prevention among European youth, with role for psychiatrists
FDA Approves First Drug to Treat Smallpox
New treatment offers additional option should smallpox ever be used as a bioweapon
9/11 Responders May Be at Higher Risk for Early Dementia
WTC first responders who developed PTSD seem at greater risk of cognitive impairment
FDA Approves Anthim for Treating Inhalation Anthrax
Anthim, combined with certain antibacterial drugs, designed to neutralize anthrax toxins
FDA Approves Avelox for Treatment of Plague
Yersinia pestis bacterium could be released intentionally in bioterrorism
FDA Approves New Treatment for Anthrax
FDA cites preparedness for intentional release of anthrax
