Meningitis, anthrax-associated

The toxin produced by B. anthracis is a major cause of the morbidity associated with the disease. One study suggested corticosteroids as adjunct therapy for inhalational anthrax associated with extensive edema, respiratory failure and meningitis (11,12). 

Whilst not recommended for routine administration, vaeoines additional to those represented in the juvenile programme are available for individuals in special risk categories. These categories relate to oeeupational risks or risks associated with travel abroad. Such immunization protocols include those directed against cholera, typhoid, meningitis (types A, C), anthrax, hepatitis A and B, influenza, Japanese encephahtis, rabies, tick-borne encephalitis, and yellow fever. 

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