Philip Woodrow1. 1. East Kent Hospitals NHS Trust, Canterbury, Kent. philip.woodrow@ekht.nhs.uk
Abstract
BACKGROUND: This article examines the history of anthrax, the organism, the different forms of human anthrax, its symptoms and treatment. Set against fears of a bioterrorist attack, the article also examines the potential threat of anthrax as a weapon. CONCLUSION: Frontline staff such as nurses can contribute greatly to increasing survival by recognising symptoms, treating patients promptly and helping to allay public concern.
BACKGROUND: This article examines the history of anthrax, the organism, the different forms of humananthrax, its symptoms and treatment. Set against fears of a bioterrorist attack, the article also examines the potential threat of anthrax as a weapon. CONCLUSION: Frontline staff such as nurses can contribute greatly to increasing survival by recognising symptoms, treating patients promptly and helping to allay public concern.
Authors: Melissa L Nguyen; Sherry R Crowe; Sridevi Kurella; Simon Teryzan; Brian Cao; Jimmy D Ballard; Judith A James; A Darise Farris Journal: Infect Immun Date: 2008-11-03 Impact factor: 3.441