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“Seven million ship cargo containers come into the United States every year. Five to seven percent only are inspected - five to seven percent.”

Quote by Irwin Redlener

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Irwin Redlener is a distinguished professor born on August 12, 1944. He has a deep academic background and extensive practical experience in the fields of public health and emergency medical response. more

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“If we ensure access to health care and 'best practice' asthma treatment for children, especially those at high risk, there is the potential to save the health care system billions of dollars.”

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“The best way to get a sense of what kinds of emergencies might present themselves in your community is by contacting local chapters of the American Red Cross or offices of emergency management in the region or state. Most large cities will have their own offices of emergency management.”

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