Anthrax Probe Targets Fewer Labs As Search Narrowes
Federal investigators concentrate on under a dozen U S laboratories that handled the Ames strain linked to letters sent to Daschle and Leahy. They pursue genetic fingerprints at each site while weighing possible military or government ties, and offer vaccine and extended antibiotics to Capitol Hill workers.
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Federal health officials propose optional experimental anthrax vaccine and 40 more days of antibiotics for Capitol Hill media and postal workers possibly exposed. Secretary Thompson says decisions rest with individuals and their doctors. Animal studies suggest spores may remain dormant. some workers may choose precautionary treatment.
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