Anthrax - Bacillus - Symptoms - Diagnosis - Treatment - FAQs
Anthrax is caused by the bacterium Bacillus anthracis and spreads when the anthrax spores are inhaled, ingested, or come into contact with the skin lesion on a host.
Anthrax is caused by the bacterium Bacillus anthracis and spreads when the anthrax spores are inhaled, ingested, or come into contact with the skin lesion on a host.
“Initial reports received from the block development officer (BDO) speak of death of cattle within a short period of time a few days ago. The dead and infected had consumed and handled the animals. Initial reports suggest symptoms of anthrax,” said Dr. Ramesh Prasad, director and state surveillance officer of IDSP.
A rapid response team has been dispatched to look for more suspects and begin their treatment after isolation.
'Lethal Factor' may be X-factor for Anthrax Vaccine
A section of the anthrax toxic Lethal Factor could help produce a more effective vaccine, a team of researchers have identified.
A section of the anthrax toxic Lethal Factor could help produce a more effective vaccine, a team of researchers have identified.
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Crucial Questions About Anthrax Exposure Answered
Health care providers and policy makers would need key information to protect people from anthrax in the event of a anthrax terror attack on the US.
Health care providers and policy makers would need key information to protect people from anthrax in the event of a anthrax terror attack on the US.
Accidental Anthrax Exposure Poses Health Risks to CDC Scientists
Scientists belonging to an Atlanta lab, numbering 84, have been possibly exposed to live, active anthrax bacteria, reports the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDS).
Scientists belonging to an Atlanta lab, numbering 84, have been possibly exposed to live, active anthrax bacteria, reports the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDS).
