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Chemical outbreaks/incidents

Chemical releases arising from technological incidents, natural disasters, and from conflict and terrorism, are common. This requires the health sector to maintain capacities so it can address the public health and medical issues associated with them. In addition, the International Health Regulations (2005) (IHR) require countries to develop adequate capacities for the surveillance, detection and response to chemical-related outbreaks that may have international public health impacts.

This section of the Toolbox focuses on information and tools regarding chemical risks to health during emergencies and incidents. The section is complementary to Chemical accidents: major hazards prevention, preparedness and response scheme.


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