N.J. Called Ill-Prepared for Health Disaster ; Commissioner Disputes Study of Anthrax, Influenza Efforts

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New Jersey is among the states that are most poorly prepared for dealing with epidemics and bioterrorism, according to a report Tuesday by a national health group.

But the state health commissioner said it is the report that was poorly prepared, and he criticized it as inaccurately reflecting New Jersey's capabilities for coping with catastrophe.

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N.J. Called Ill-Prepared for Health Disaster ; Commissioner Disputes Study of Anthrax, Influenza Efforts

"If I'm living in New Jersey, I should know that we are the leader in preparedness and this report doesn't show it," said Dr. Fred Jacobs, the commissioner.

The report by Trust for America's Health said New Jersey is one of four states that ...

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