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Anthrax/Bioterrorism Q and A Education is your best weapon against bioterrorism. Parents can familiarize themselves with recommendations by the AAP, and check out the Academy's "Family Readiness Kit" for disasters. It's a good idea to have a supply of bottled water, non-perishable food and other necessities put aside in case of any disaster, natural or man-made. In addition, parents can check out the CDC's web site at www.cdc.gov, or contact local public health agencies, to find out the status of preparations at different levels of government. Another informative site is run by the Center for Biodefense Studies at Johns Hopkins University, at www.hopkins-biodefense.org.
Antimicrobial Prophylaxis for Children and BreastfeedinMothers and Treatment of Children with Anthrax g November 16, 2001 / 50(45);1014-6 Ciprofloxacin or doxycycline is recommended for antimicrobial prophylaxis and treatment of adults and children with Bacillus anthracis infection associated with the recent bioterrorist attacks in the United States. Amoxicillin is an option for antimicrobial prophylaxis for children and pregnant women and to complete treatment of cutaneous disease when B. anthracis is susceptible to penicillin, as is the case in the recent attacks (1--3). Use of ciprofloxacin or doxycycline might be associated with adverse effects in children (4,5), and liquid formulations of these drugs are not widely available. This notice provides further information about prophylaxis and treatment of children and breastfeeding mothers, including the use of amoxicillin.
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Children and Anthrax: A Fact Sheet for Clinicians Anthrax is an acute infectious disease caused by the bacterium Bacillus anthracis. Children, like adults, may be affected by three clinical forms: cutaneous, inhalational, or gastrointestinal. The symptoms and signs of anthrax infection in children older than 2 months of age are similar to those in adults. The clinical presentation of anthrax in young infants is not well defined. When children become ill and present for treatment, making a diagnosis may be more difficult than in adults because young children have difficulty reporting what has happened to them or telling a doctor exactly how they feel. Because respiratory illnesses are much more common in children than adults, the examining clinician should have an understanding of disease manifestations in children.
Children and Anthrax: Information For Parents Help your children feel safe. Let them talk about their fears and worries. Stick to family routines that help children feel comfortable and secure. Reassure them that parents, teachers, doctors, and government officials are doing everything possible to keep them safe and healthy.
CHILDREN'S HOSPITALS REACT TO CDC BROADCAST (Alexandria, VA) -- While commending the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on its broadcast, "Anthrax: What Every Clinician Should Know," the National Association of Children's Hospitals (N.A.C.H.) today urged the CDC and the Department of Health & Human Services to take additional action to address children's unique health care needs in the event of a bioterrorist attack.
Explaining Anthrax to Children Because of extensive media coverage, parents across the country might soon find themselves faced with some difficult questions from their children about bioterrorism, anthrax, and other infections like smallpox that could be turned into biological weapons. Here is some information to help you deal with your child's concerns. As always, try to provide direct, honest answers to your child's questions that are appropriate for her level of understanding. Be careful not to overwhelm her with too much information all at once, and don't be afraid to admit it if you don't have all the answers.
HANDLING ANXIETY IN THE FACE OF THE ANTHRAX SCARE Since September 11, Americans are dealing with a new and sometimes frightening reality. At the same time, we have been told that returning to our normal routines is best for the nation and best for our own emotional well-being. But, feeling normal again can, for many people, be difficult. One question we should all consider is, "how real is the actual threat to our loved ones and ourselves?"
Helping Children Cope With Fears After the attack on the United States on September 11th, many parents and teachers have had to deal with the fact that their children witnessed a very traumatic scene and, in many cases, repeatedly on television. Below are some resources to help parents and teachers work with their children. Further, President Bush has indicated that the United States is in a state of war and that not only those who participated in the New York City attack, but those who have harbored them, will be held responsible. In addition, administration officials have indicated that the war will be long term since the goal will be to build an international coalition of governments to join together to put an end to all terrorist groups in the world. Given a state of war with all terrorist groups, citizens of the USA can reasonably expect that the attack in New York City was not the end of attempts to hurt American citizens, buildings, or institutions.
The Youngest Victims The symptoms of infection with the bacterium in children older than 2 months are virtually identical to those in adults. The disease begins with warning signs that look like a viral respiratory illness, including fever, cough and body aches.
