Biodefense and Biological Threats

Biodefense refers to the measures taken to protect individuals and communities from biological threats, which include harmful pathogens like bacteria, viruses, or toxins that could cause illness or panic. These threats can arise from natural outbreaks, such as pandemics, or from bioterrorism, where biological agents are deliberately released to inflict harm. Efforts in biodefense involve surveillance, research, vaccine development, and public preparedness strategies to minimize the impact of these biological threats on public health and safety.