PHF E-NEWS Original date: October 17, 2001 Subject: Anthrax Distance Learning Event 10/18 & 10/22 Anthrax: What Every Clinician Should Know Live Broadcast: Oct. 18, 2001, 4:00 - 5:30 PM EDT Re-Broadcast: Oct. 22, 2001, 5:00 - 6:30 PM EDT This live satellite and web broadcast will present clinical guidelines and procedures for the early recognition, diagnosis, treatment, and reporting of anthrax exposure.  A panel of experts from the CDC will provide an overview of clinical, laboratory and public health preparedness for potential Bacillus anthracis incidence.  A toll-free audio line is also available for those unable to arrange a viewing location.  Sponsored by the American Hospital Assn., American Medical Assn., Public Health Training Network, CDC, and the University of North Carolina School of Public Health. For full details including satellite technical specifications and fax/call-in numbers for Q&A during the program, refer to the Acrobat Reader (PDF) or HTML flyer at <Retired Link> [For more current information, visit http://www2a.cdc.gov/phtn/default.asp].  A link to the web cast will be provided on the day of the broadcast at www.phppo.cdc.gov/phtn/default.asp. OTHER DISTANCE LEARNING PROGRAMS: For information on over 25 distance learning courses for public health professionals on bioterrorism and emergency preparedness, visit TRAIN at www.TRAIN.org.  Click on "Search" to search by the subject "Bioterrorism/Emergency Preparedness" or by keyword (e.g., anthrax). TrainingFinder.org has been expanded into TRAIN, an online learning management system. CDC PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & RESPONSE www.bt.cdc.gov/ Contains bioterrorism fact sheets, guidelines, notification protocols, news, Frequently Asked Questions, links, and more.  Includes information about CDC roles and national programs such as the National Pharmaceutical Stockpile and the Health Alert Network. Back to E-News Main Page PHF Home Page Updated 4-20-08