BioDefense Expert Available for Commentary and Analysis on Recent Anthrax Scare, Field Strategies for Detecting, Neutralizing Anthrax, Other Pathogens

Portable, small-office detection devices can improve response time, prevent shutdown, Says Morrone

DALLAS -- March 12, 2008 -- A letter filled with suspicious white powder was mailed to a federal building in downtown Forth Worth Monday morning. At least one person has been treated for anthrax exposure at a local hospital. Lab tests performed on the white powder show that the substance is not toxic.

BioDefense EVP Jonathan Morrone is available to reporters and broadcast journalists to comment on the recent threat in Dallas and strategies to defend and protect both commercial businesses and government. Morrone can discuss:

-- Current threats to both business productivity and public health 7 years
after 9-11
-- New strategies to quickly detect and neutralize future threats
-- Economic impact of false threats on businesses and communities

Please contact Scott Green at 512-402-5857 ext 26 or wsgreen@phillipscompany.com to schedule a briefing or interview with BioDefense.

Additional Background

Tens of thousands of "suspicious substance" cases are reported every year. More than 150,000 anthrax hoaxes were reported between September 2001 and August 2002, and the number has increased since. As hoaxes, the reports have fallen from national media attention. But the pranks have an immediate economic and social impact, causing panic and evacuations, stifling productivity, and draining already limited public safety resources.

About BioDefense

BioDefense is currently the only company in the world to develop and deploy technology that can detect, neutralize and destroy a biohazardous substance while maintaining the integrity of the tainted materials. The process takes about 45 minutes and can be done in the field from the back of a vehicle or in a small office environment. The BioDefense MailDefender(R) system was developed to give organizations increased control over a potentially uncontrollable situation -- the risk of bio-contamination through the mail. The system unit can sanitize 150 pieces of mail in less than 45 minutes. This first-of-its kind system decontaminates mail at the point of entry -- protecting employees from harm and organizations from the threats of an actual attack or a disruptive hoax. The MailDefender(R) is currently deployed within the United Nations, Department of Justice, Department of Defense, Department of ATF and several embassies worldwide.

Media Contact:
Scott Green
512-402-5857 ext 26
wsgreen@phillipscompany.com

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