Rapid Assessment of Agents of Biological Terrorism: Defining the Differential Diagnosis of Inhalational Anthrax Using Electronic Communication in a Practice-Based Research Network
Ann Fam Med Temte and Anderson
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The Article in Brief
In cases of bioterrorism, primary care doctors need to diagnose diseases that are rare and that may resemble other, more common diseases. Practice-based research networks (PBRNs) are groups of primary care practices that join together to conduct research in the medical office setting. PBRNs in which the doctors can be contacted by e-mail are well-suited to identify and deal with bioterrorism. They can play an important role in gathering data quickly and providing early detection of bioterrorism.
