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Apr 6, 2017

Why the Syria Chemical Attack Is a Big Problem for Putin

The growing use of chemicals and toxins as tools of assassination and terrorism are troubling trends. Global expressions of outrage over the latest attack in Syria could weaken Assad’s international support. Russia should listen and abandon its support for the regime while joining the international chorus of denunciation.
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Mar 7, 2017

Death by Nerve Gas: Two Arrests, Many Questions in Attack in Malaysia

Details about the murder of Kim Jong Un's half-brother are still being uncovered. If a firm connection to North Korea can be made, others in the region should react strongly. Otherwise, Kim may conclude that further provocations are worth it.
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Sep 27, 2016

Keep Chemical Weapons Out of Terrorist Hands

As the Islamic State group and the Nusra Front seized territory in Syria and northern Iraq, they came upon military sites with chemical munitions and industrial facilities with toxic chemicals. Reducing such opportunities should be a priority.
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Mar 7, 2016

Deterring ISIS's Ambitions

Western leaders cannot discount the possibility that ISIS may attempt a chemical attack within their borders. They should look to the robust alliances, treaty regimes, and international organizations to which most of them already ascribe as one way to address this threat.
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Jul 27, 2009

Public Health Preparedness and Response to Chemical and Radiological Incidents: Functions, Practices, and Areas for Future Work

Discusses the role of public health agencies in emergency preparedness for and response to chemical and radiological incidents.
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Jan 1, 2004

What You Should Do to Prepare for and Respond to Chemical, Radiological, Nuclear, and Biological Terrorist Attacks: Pocket Edition Survival Guide

The guide focuses on simple steps individuals can take to prepare for and respond to terrorist attacks with chemical, biological, radiological (dirty bomb) and nuclear weapons.
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Jan 1, 2004

Gearing Up and Getting There: Improving Local Response to Chemical Terrorism

Identifies policies and organizational options at the local level that could save lives and reduce injuries from an act of chemical terrorism.
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Sep 10, 2003

RAND Advises Individuals on Actions to Protect Themselves in a Terrorist Attack

RAND today unveiled a strategy of simple steps that individuals can take to protect themselves from the harmful effects of potential terrorist attacks involving chemical, radiological, nuclear, and biological weapons.
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Jan 1, 2003

Individual Preparedness and Response to Chemical, Radiological, Nuclear, and Biological Terrorist Attacks

How can individuals best prepare themselves against a variety of terrorist attacks?
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Jan 1, 2003

Individual Preparedness and Response to Chemical, Radiological, Nuclear, and Biological Terrorist Attacks: A Quick Guide

Offers suggestions about how individuals can prepare for chemical, radiological, nuclear, or biological attacks and what actions they can take to protect their own health, safety, and lives.
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Jan 1, 2002

Are Local Health Responders Ready for Biological and Chemical Terrorism?

The public health and medical communities have long sought to address the threat of biological, chemical, or other weapons of mass destruction (WMD) and their potential effects on the health and safety of U.S. citizens.
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Jan 1, 2002

Measuring and Evaluating Local Preparedness for a Chemical or Biological Terrorist Attack

This issue paper discusses the challenges of measuring preparedness for chemical and biological weapons of mass destruction (WMD) incidents.

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