Citation

Caldicott DG, Edwards NA. Prehosp. Disaster Med. 2003; 18(2): 57-65.

Affiliation

Emergency Department, Royal Adelaide Hospital, North Terrace, Adelaide, Australia. dcaldico@mail.rah.sa.gov.au

Copyright

(Copyright © 2003, Cambridge University Press)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

15074484

Abstract

Recent world events have forced Australia to re-examine its role on the world stage and its susceptibility to terrorist attacks. The authors examine the brief historical exposure of Australia to the phenomenon of terrorism, and review the geopolitical climate and features that may render it more susceptible to attack in the future. Australia's emergency management structure is outlined, and its current state of medical preparedness for a terrorist incident is critically reviewed.

Language: en