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Media Advisory

For Immediate Release: October 23, 2001
Contact: Media Relations (404) 639-3286

CDC Addresses Public Health Questions About Anthrax

WHO:

Dr. Julie Gerberding, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

WHAT:

Interactive media teleconference: Dr. Gerberding discusses current information about anthrax. Brief remarks followed by media Q/A.

WHEN:

Thursday, October 25, 2001, 12 Noon - 1 PM ET

WHERE:

At your desk, by toll-free conference line: Dial (800) 288-8968; Teleconference name CDC/anthrax

WHY:

Provide an overview of the information published in the October 26, 2001, issue of Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR). Opportunity to address the following topics:

  • Confirmed cases of anthrax
  • Monitoring and tracking anthrax
  • Testing procedures
  • CDC role in investigations

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