1. The Laboratory Response Network, the National Pharmaceutical Stockpile and Centers of Disease Control are the public health institutes that respond to national health crises, such as disease outbreaks and bioterrorism. The Laboratory Response Network is responsible for maintaining and developing network laboratories with the goal of quick response to any biological or chemical threats and other public health emergencies. The Strategic National Stockpile (formerly known as the National Pharmaceutical Stockpile) is a repository of medical supplies (such as vaccines, antibiotics and other medical items), which are used to resupply health agencies during emergency situations. Centers of Disease Control (CDC) protect the USA from any health
