The Knox Public Health works with local agencies to develop a plan that will allow us to be prepared for any emergency or threat to our community. The Knox County plan addresses a variety of health threats and the procedures necessary to maintain efficient public health services for our citizens including: Reporting infectious diseases and other public health emergencies, Developed plans for mass immunization or antibiotic distribution in order to ensure the safety of the residents, Coordinated smallpox vaccination to smallpox response teams made up of public health and healthcare personnel. Trained staff on crucial topics including, computer technology, Incident Command System, Epidemiology, and Weapons of Mass Destruction, Exercised emergency plans with local and regional partners.