NY Times letter tests negative for anthrax
A powdery white substance in an envelope received by a New York Times reporter tested negative in a preliminary anthrax test. The New York City Health Department conducted the test with CDC results due soon. Reporter Judith Miller and about 30 colleagues are on antibiotics until testing concludes.
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Anthrax threat exposes limits of health system
A Florida case of inhalation anthrax linked to hospital diagnosis and CDC testing highlighted both strengths and gaps in the U S health system. Early detection worked in Florida and New York, but rapid diagnostics lag and lab downtime raised concerns about preparedness for a larger bioterror attack. Robert Stevens, 63, died after presenting with meningitis like symptoms. anthrax spores were later found on his keyboard and in a coworker, prompting widespread antibiotic prophylaxis and building testing. The episode spurred calls for improved rapid tests and stronger public health lab resilience.
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