MMWR. Morbidity and mortality weekly report
Update: Investigation of bioterrorism-related anthrax and interim guidelines for exposure management and antimicrobial therapy, October 2001
Abstract
Since October 3, 2001, CDC and state and local public health authorities have been investigating cases of bioterrorism-related anthrax. This report updates previous findings, provides new information on case investigations in two additional areas, presents the susceptibility patterns of Bacillus anthracis isolates, and provides interim recommendations for managing potential threats and exposures and for treating anthrax.
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Published by MMWR. Morbidity and mortality weekly report, 2001. The guideline itself is at the source linked here.
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At a glance
- Published
- 2001
- Applies to
- 🇺🇸 United States
- Scope
- National
- Journal
- MMWR. Morbidity and mortality weekly report
- PubMed
- 11699843
- Added to Prognia
- 25 July 2026