CONCLUSION
Since 9/11 the terrorist threat in the United States has shifted from mostly an external threat to an internal one, and the chances are great that more terrorist attacks will occur. Because of this increased potential of terrorism, extra burdens are placed on healthcare workers. Hospitals and hospital personnel must now be ready to react immediately to such incidents, and they must also implement measures in advance that will protect their own health while providing care to victims.
Terrorism may present in biological, chemical, or nuclear forms, and each has its own unique challenges and medical consequences. In today’s world, it is imperative that healthcare workers be prepared and trained to react effectively to this different types of terrorist attacks.
RESOURCES
Nevada
Nevada Division of Emergency Management / Homeland Security
775-687-0300 (nonemergency)
775-687-0498 (emergency)
Nevada Health Alert Network (NVHAN)
Radiation incidents and emergency response information (NV Division of Public and Behavioral Health)
To report suspicious activity (Nevada Department of Public Safety, Division of Emergency)
844-SEE-SAIT (844-733-7248)
National
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
Emergency Preparedness and Response (CDC)
If You See Something, Say Something (U.S. DHS)
Information on specific types of emergencies (CDC)
Radiation Emergency Assistance Center/Training Site (REAC/TS)
865-576 1005 (24-hour emergency hotline)
Radiation Emergency Medical Management (REMM) (U.S. DHHS)
Report a safety concern (U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission)
301-816-5100 (24-hour emergency hotline)
Terrorism safety tips (American Red Cross)
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