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| November 30, 2001 | Contact:Sherri McGinnis (312) 996-8277; smcginn@uic.edu |
ADVISORY TO ASSIGNMENT EDITORS, PLANNERS, URBAN AFFAIRS AND HEALTH REPORTERS
UIC EXPERTS TO SPEAK AT CONGRESSMAN'S MEETING ON TERRORISM
WHAT:
A panel of experts from the University of Illinois at Chicago School of Public Health and the city of Chicago will discuss "Terrorism in America" at a town hall meeting hosted by Rep. Danny K. Davis (D) of Illinois' 7th District.
Citizens will find out what has been learned in the wake of the Sept. 11 and bioterrorist attacks and discuss community perception of security, safety and preparedness.
WHEN:
Dec. 3 7 p.m.
WHERE:
Duncan YMCA
1001 W. Roosevelt Road
WHO:
Opening assessment and introductions Davis
"What Has Happened Since 9/11? Where Are We Now?" Dr. Douglas Passaro, associate professor epidemiology, UIC
"The Future of Bioterrorism - What Else May Be Coming?" Dr. Ronald Hershow, associate professor of epidemiology, UIC
"Environmental Effects" Lorraine Conroy, associate professor of environmental and occupational health sciences, UIC
"What Can Citizens Do? How Well is the Community Prepared?" Cortez Trotter, executive director, Emergency Response Center, city of Chicago
Closing summary and adjournment Davis
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