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Nation on Alert.

Authors :
Kniffel, Leonard
Source :
American Libraries. Dec2001, Vol. 32 Issue 11, p14. 4p.
Publication Year :
2001

Abstract

Examines how bioterrorism fears since the September 11, 2001 attacks have affected United States libraries. Closings and cancellations due to possible anthrax exposure; Web site that was created by the National Library of Medicine to address bioterrorism concerns; False alarms which have disrupted library services; Investigations of library computers and suspicious patrons; Involvement of libraries in recovery efforts, including healing in New York City; Creation of the September 11 archive.

Subjects

Subjects :
*LIBRARY security
*BIOTERRORISM
*EMOTIONAL trauma
*SEPTEMBER 11 Terrorist Attacks, 2001
*ARCHIVES
*FALSE alarms

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00029769
Volume :
32
Issue :
11
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
American Libraries
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
5624962

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