How will I know if I need to be tested or need any treatment?

You will need to be tested and/or treated only if it is determined that you have actually been exposed or were likely to have been exposed to the anthrax spores. If you are determined to be at risk, you will be given antibiotics to try and prevent an infection from developing, along with verbal and written instructions about taking the antibiotics. Your health care provider and the health department will make that determination.

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1. What is anthrax?
2. What’s the difference between exposure and infection?
3. How will I know if I need to be tested or need any treatment?
4. Is anthrax contagious?