학술논문

Tularemia: A Storied History, An Ongoing Threat.
Document Type
Article
Source
Clinical Infectious Diseases. 2024 Supplement, Vol. 78, pS1-S3. 3p.
Subject
*PREVENTION of epidemics
*BIOTERRORISM
*IMMUNIZATION
*GRAM-negative bacteria
*TULAREMIA
*PUBLIC health
*INFECTION control
*MEDICAL protocols
*COMMUNICATION
*DISEASE complications
Language
ISSN
1058-4838
Abstract
The article focuses on the historical and ongoing threat posed by Francisella tularensis, a highly infectious pathogen causing tularemia. Topics discussed include the pathogen's infectious nature, its potential as a bioweapon, the changing epidemiology of tularemia, and the importance of preparedness, communication, and clear guidelines for responding to outbreaks.