Biological Agents

Category A

Those agents in Category A are highest-priority because they:
  • Can be easily disseminated or transmitted person-to-person
  • Cause high mortality, with potential for major public health impact
  • Might cause public panic and social disruption
  • Require special action for public health preparedness

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