After providing a brief history and overview of anthrax, Dr. Brachman focuses on two main issues. First, he discusses the etiology, diagnosis and treatment of both cutaneous and inhalational anthrax. Second, he provides an in-depth analysis of the epidemic caused by anthrax sent through the U.S. postal system in the fall of 2001. His analysis includes: information on the type of anthrax used; a description of the pattern of infection; and how cross contamination among letters and postal facilities occurred.
Producing Institution & Partners:
Emory University – Center for Public Health Preparedness and Research
Date:
Oct 9 2002
Target Audience:
First Responders
Public Health Professionals
Public Safety
University/college students in related discipline
Format:
CD ROM
Webcast/Flash Presentation
Annotation:
The lecture is available in webcast/podcast and CD format from Emory Center for Public Health Preparedness/G-TRAIN via link below.
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