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Emory hospitals to conduct biosafety exercise Nov. 14

November 12, 2024

Emory University Hospital and Emory University Hospital Midtown will conduct a biosafety exercise Nov. 14, according to the Office of Critical Event Preparedness and Response. Those in the area may see ambulances, as well as participants wearing PPE. There is no reason for alarm.

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