Toxic Agents

Toxic agents are chemical or biological substances that have the potential to cause injury, illness, and even death in humans. Exposure to these agents can occur through inhalation, ingestion, skin contact, and/or injection. These agents have widespread implications, from occupational health and safety to environmental health. Management of toxic agents requires knowledge of their properties, regulations and policies, and the ability to develop strategies for minimizing harm and occupational risk. Toxic agents can be used for many purposes one of them being a form of warfare known as chemical warfare. To combat this, the development of protective measures for civilians and military personnel is essential. As well as this, research needs to be done to understand the toxicity of the agents in order to appropriate diagnose, manage, and treat diseases caused by toxic agents.