Fourth Generation Agents

Source: National Library of Medicine [National Institutes of Health] (NLM). Published: 1/18/2019. This Web page provides information about a government effort to identify and develop resources to help the emergency response community prepare for and respond to a fourth generation agent incident if one ever occurs in the U.S., as well as support the development of specific guidance and training to enhance overall preparedness efforts. Fourth generation agents, also known as Novichoks or A-series nerve agents, belong to a category of chemical warfare agents that are unique organophosphorus compounds. This page also provides links to resources that provide tailored guidance to various segments of the emergency response community. (Text)

https://disasterinfo.nlm.nih.gov/search/id:18686

Source: Disaster Lit: Resource Guide for Disaster Medicine and Public Health - January 18, 2019 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news