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Vaccines > Anthrax
Anthrax
Pronounced as: anthraks

At a glance: This page provides links to information on the anthrax bacteria and vaccine. Please check back for more information on anthrax as this page will be updated periodically.

Jump to descriptions:	Frequently asked questions Vaccine Information Statement (VIS)
Related pages:	Anthrax disease

Frequently asked questions

Answers the following questions about Anthrax disease and many more:

What is the anthrax vaccine?
Who should get vaccinated against anthrax?
What is the protocol for anthrax vaccination?
Are there adverse reactions to the anthrax vaccine?
How is anthrax diagnosed?
Is there a treatment for anthrax?
Where can I get more information about a recent Department of Defense decision to require men and women in the Armed Services to be vaccinated against anthrax?

Vaccine
Information
Statement (VIS)

Printable page that answers the questions on the Anthrax vaccine:

What is anthrax?
What is anthrax vaccine?
Who should get vaccinated and when?
Some people should not get anthrax vaccine or should wait?
What are the risks?
What if there is a reaction?
How can I learn more?

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