BARDA Partners to Develop New Treatment for Nerve Agents
BARDA has partnered with Proniras Corporation to develop a treatment for nerve agents, the most toxic and rapidly acting of the known chemical warfare agents. BARDA’s portfolio now includes the development of eight novel and repurposed products to treat people who have been exposed to nerve agents. BARDA also supported PRISM, the first evidence-based chemical decontamination method.
It only takes one storm to drastically change your life and community. By taking some time during Hurricane Preparedness Week to get ready, you can make yourself, your family, and your community better able to recover from a hurricane. Find out how you can keep the people who count on you safe when disaster strikes.
