CDC releases new Web site for Bioterrorism Resources

     The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently announced their redesigned Web site offering both new and updated bioterrrorism resources for health professionals, clinicians, lab professionals and the public, www.bt.cdc.gov.  The site focuses on Public Health Preparedness and Emergency Responses and is the official federal site for medical, laboratory, and public health professionals to reference when providing information to the public and for updates on protocols related to health threats such as anthrax.

     The site was redesigned in response to the tremendous demand from the public and professionals for credible information during the anthrax crises.  The new site will offer easy-to-use categories requested by key audiences, including clinicians.  CDC will continue to add information to the site as part of its increased role in responding to health threats that involve biological, chemical or radiological agents.  Other CDC information resources include a hotline: 1-888-246-2675, available Monday through Friday,  8 AM to 10 PM, EST and Saturday and Sunday from 10 AM to 8 PM.