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Anthrax
Dermatological aspects of anthrax reviewed
September 8th, 2004
Researchers review anthrax in a recent issue of Dermatologic Clinics. "Anthrax is an ancient disease associated with the plagues in biblical Egypt and modern bioterrorism. Three clinical syndromes result from exposure to anthrax spores: cutaneous, inhalational, and gastrointestinal," scientists writing in the journal Dermatologic Clinics report. "Cutaneous anthrax is the most common naturally occurring syndrome; inhalational anthrax is most likely to result from airborne release of spores," said "Prophylactic and early treatment can improve the mortality from inhalational anthrax. A vaccine is available, but has many limitations. New...
Source: Vaccine Weekly (2004-09-08)
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