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Outbreak plans

Plans developed to combat possible outbreaks of communicable diseases, including outbreaks caused by deliberate release of biological agents. Information and advice produced by the Communicable Diseases Branch and independent advisory committees.

Outbreak plans publications

Outbreak plans and other guidance documents for health practitioners and planners.



Outbreak plans useful links

Links to websites and DH web pages relating to outbreak plans.



Deliberate release

Information about specific substances or agents that could be used in terrorist attacks. Of special use to Directors of Public Health (DsPH) and Consultants in Communicable Disease Control (CsDC).


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