(Caribbean Public Health Agency) In 2019, CARPHA became an active member of the international network for the GHSA Action Package for Biosafety and Biosecurity (Action Package Prevent 3). On request of the previous Chair - Portugal, CARPHA assumed responsibilities as the Chair of the GHSA APP3 for…
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