Botulism: Information and Guidance for Clinicians
- Background
Background information on botulism as a bioterrorism agent … - Epidemiology
Foodborne, infant, wound botulism… - Suspected Intentional Release
Overview of a suspected intentional release… - Clinical Description
Risk groups, incubation, symptoms… - Diagnosis & Laboratory Guidance
Differential diagnosis … - Treatment
General information…
- Prevention
No vaccine for botulism at this time… - Surveillance & Reporting
Case definition, surveillance data … - Control Measures
Decontamination, infection-control professionals, state health departments … - Patient Education
Links to education materials… - Clinician Training
References… - Other Resources
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