National Biodefense Science Board (NBSB) Letter to Secretary and National Disaster Medical System (NDMS) – October 6, 2008

October 6, 2008

4 pg. letter to discuss The National Biodefense Science Board (NBSB) was asked by the Office of Preparedness and
Emergency Operation (OPEO) within the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and
Response (ASPR) to engage relevant State and local government; academic, professional, and
private sector entities; and experts to provide feedback regarding the review of the National
Disaster Medical System (NDMS) and national medical surge capacity that was required by the
Pandemic and All-Hazards Preparedness Act (Public Law 109-417) and as specified by
Paragraph 28 of Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD)-21.

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