Word: anthrax
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...same should apply to the threat of anthrax: although we may not know its source, we must commit ourselves to seeking out those responsible for this biological terrorism and holding them accountable for their attack on our nation. Until then, however, we must continue to carry on—rebuilding our greatest cities, and our confidence...
...Although anthrax is the newest weapon Americans’ fear, the bacterium and the disease it causes are of ancient origin...
...bacterium that causes the disease, bacillus anthracis, is found naturally in soil throughout the country. Most cases of anthrax until this month have been caused by exposure to parts of infected animals...
...disease takes three distinct forms. The cutaneous form of anthrax occurs when bacterial spores enter the body through cuts in the skin. The infection begins as a bump that resembles an insect bite but within days expands into an ulcer about an inch in diameter. This form of the disease is easily treated with antibiotics...
Inhalation anthrax is by far the most deadly form of the disease...