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How dangerous is Anthrax? Learn about why anthrax would be used as a weapon and what an attack could look like.

Anthrax is a serious infectious disease caused by gram-positive, rod-shaped bacteria known as Bacillus Anthracis.

Symptoms of anthrax depend on the type of infection but all forms of this infection can be deadly if untreated. Read more about the symptoms of anthrax.

Doctors rarely see a patient with anthrax but CDC guidance and case definitions are available to help them diagnose the infection.

CDC's Winnable Battles are public health priorities with large-scale impact on health and with known, effective strategies to address them.

Preventing foodborne diseases is a winnable battle. Foodborne diseases affect millions of people and kill thousands in the U.S. each year.

Gateway to Health Communication and Social Marketing Practice - US Quarantine Stations

The health care law is already making a difference in the lives of millions of Americans. Since the law passed, 3.1 million young adults have gained insurance through their parents’ plans. 105 million Americans have had lifetime limits removed from their insurance coverage. 6.1 million people with Medicare received $5.7 billion in prescription drug discounts through 2012, and $2.1 billion was returned to consumers in 2011because their health plans did not spend at least 80% of premium dollars on care or quality improvements.

Foodborne diseases are preventable, yet common causes of illness, disability, and death worldwide. Find out how CDC and global partners are equipping countries with tools and training to make food safer.

Salmonella can contaminate more than poultry and eggs. It sneaks its way into many foods— ground beef, pork, tomatoes, sprouts—even peanut butter. Learn what you can to make your food safer to eat.