ABSTRACT
Biological warfare has been known, and applied to great effect, for millennia. In recent years, however, with enhanced knowledge of microbiology, culturing techniques, and means of dissemination, the threat has become more acute. Terrorist use of bioweapons has occurred and several nations are known to be manufacturing tactical biological weapons. Therefore, awareness of this potential threat by ‚rst responders, medical care providers, public health agencies, elected of‚cials, and ultimately the general public, including how to identify such weapons and to respond appropriately, is essential.
