Communicating in the First Hours
Anthrax
Anthrax is a disease caused by bacteria that form spores. When a person comes into contact with those spores, he or she may become ill. The spores can infect the skin, lungs, or digestive system.
For anthrax, the resources are the following:
For more about anthrax, see the CDC Anthrax website.
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