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Bioterrorism Use of Biological Agents & Chemicals as Weapons
Background
In light of current global situations, the following information and links have been provided to ease public concern. These documents contain information about the diseases, and some also contain more extensive information about surveillance and control. It should be noted that Victoria has a mechanism for identifying, investigating and containing cases of these diseases, details of which are included in this document.
Information for General Practitioners
General Practitioners may contact the Communicable Diseases Section, Department of Health, on: 1300 365 677 for advice.
Anthrax
Advice from Chief Health Officer, Department of Human Services, Victoria
Advice on the threat of Anthrax in Victoria (92kb, pdf)
Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (USA)
World Health Organisation
Health Protection Agency (UK)
Smallpox
Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (USA)
World Health Organisation
Health Protection Agency (UK)
Plague
Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (USA)
World Health Organisation
Health Protection Agency (UK)
Botulism
Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (USA)
World Health Organisation
Health Protection Agency (UK)
Use of biological agents & chemicals as weapons
Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (USA)
World Health Organisation
Managing emergencies & threats in Victoria
The Emergency Management Act 1986 defines the emergency management structure which operates in Victoria, and assigns roles and responsibilities to agencies when involved in an emergency situation. The following health and medical plans have been developed within these legislated arrangements.
Department of Human Services
