Bioterrorism An Invisible Arsenal Emerges
U S health system faces readiness gaps despite federal prep. Five high priority biological agents pose national security threats. Smallpox, eradicated in 1977, vaccinations ended in 1980. Anthrax could devastate millions with 200 pounds released near D C. Flu like symptoms appear in 2 days to 7 weeks. antibiotics help but vaccine absent. Botulism antitoxin exists. no cure. Only 12 million vaccine doses remain for about one in twenty three Americans.
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Study Says US Unprepared for Bioterrorism
A congressional GAO report finds federal agencies lack a coordinated plan to respond to bioterrorist attacks and notes duplicate programs across departments. Critics urge agreed priorities and inclusion of Transportation and Agriculture in national response efforts.
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US economy slides toward recession after second quarter
Washington reports GDP at a 0.3 percent annual rate for April to June, the weakest in over eight years, amid post September 11 losses. Economists warn of a looming downturn as consumer confidence erodes and layoffs rise, while Wall Street rebounds on bargain hunting.
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Judge orders intense talks in Microsoft antitrust case
U S District Judge Colleen Kollar Kotelly pressed the Justice Department and Microsoft to pursue settlement by November 2 with nonstop negotiations. If talks fail, a new schedule would set penalties for antitrust violations while the government seeks remedies short of breakup.
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