Community Safety & Emergency Preparedness The City of Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has enhanced its public health capacity to respond to a possible bioterrorism attack or other public health emergency that could threaten the health of Long Beach residents. Even prior to the events of September 11, 2001 and the anthrax incidents in the fall of that year, planning and preparedness have been priorities for DHHS. By working closely with hospitals, health care professionals, law enforcement, fire, and other City Departments, DHHS has developed plans to minimize the risk off illness from a bioterrorist event, and to treat those who may be affected. DHHS is continually enhancing laboratory, surveillance and communication capabilities, modes of public information, and education and training of its workforce and the community to be better prepared to protect the health and well-being of the community. For information on how you can protect yourself, your family, neighborhood and businesses, view Family Emergency Plan. Communication during and after a bioterrorism event RELATED RESOURCES For General Information: www.bt.cdc.gov/bioterrorism www.dhs.ca.gov/epo labt.org Specific Bioterrorism Agents: Biological Anthrax Botulism Plague Small Pox Tularemia Viral hemorrhagic fevers Chemical Agents For Personal/Family Preparedness: www.bt.cdc.gov/planning/index.asp For more information on the Public Health Emergency Management Program, please contact: Erin Cox, Acting Public Health Emergency Management Program Director (562) 570-4344