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Anthrax From MayoClinic.com
Anthrax, a disease of mammals and humans, is caused by a spore-forming bacterium called Bacillus anthracis. Anthrax has an almost worldwide distribution and is a zoonotic disease, meaning it may spread from animals to humans. All mammals appear to be susceptible to anthrax to some degree. Anthrax is a disease caused by the bacterium Bacillus anthracis, which is housed in a hardy spore, a cell that is dormant but may come to life in the right conditions. The disease usually affects livestock, but - as the world has become fully aware - it also infects humans. A naturally occurring disease known since biblical times, anthrax has been developed into a modern biological weapon. Anthrax occurs in three forms:
All three forms of anthrax can be prevented or treated with antibiotics. However, to be most effective, treatment must begin early. An anthrax vaccine also exists. What can you do to protect yourself and your family against anthrax? First, don't panic. The average risk of exposure to anthrax remains exceedingly low, despite anthrax spores delivered through the mail in the United States in 2001. Second, arm yourself with information to fully understand this microscopic invader.
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