Anthrax Preparedness

HHS Announces New Steps in Anthrax Preparedness

 HHS announced two new actions to bolster the nation’s preparedness for a potential outdoor anthrax attack. DHS and HHS have given FDA the authority to consider issuing an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) to allow eligible letter carriers to receive kits containing small quantities of antibiotics for future use by them and other members of their households during an anthrax emergency.

Secretary Leavitt also issued a declaration under the Public Readiness and Emergency Preparedness Act (PREP Act) that provides liability protection for activities related to developing, manufacturing, distributing, prescribing, dispensing, administering and using anthrax countermeasures in preparation for, and in response to, a potential anthrax attack.

* Declaration of Emergency Pursuant To Section 564 Of The
Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, 21 U.S.C. 360bbb-3(b)
* Public Readiness and Emergency Preparedness Act

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