Part of a series designed to calm public concern about terrorism, "Biothreat: Anthrax" addresses the risk of this disease being used as a biological weapon.

The full-color booklet provides a brief history about anthrax, how to recognize its symptoms, how it spreads, and treatment options available to the public. Anthrax is shown as a simple biological agent to weaponize compared to most other bioterrorism threats. Three types of the disease are depicted, what they are known as, how they are contracted, their symptoms and how they are treated. Tips on avoiding anthrax are illustrated within the booklet.

Also provided in the booklet are phone numbers and Web site addresses for additional resources.