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Anthrax postexposure prophylaxis in postal workers, Connecticut, 2001.

Jennifer L Williams1, Stephanie S Noviello, Kevin S Griffith

  • 1Centers for Desease Control and Prevention , Atlanta, Georgia 30333, USA. znv8@cdc.gov

Emerging Infectious Diseases
|October 25, 2002
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Adherence to anthrax postexposure prophylaxis was low among postal workers due to disbelief and adverse events. Improved communication and management are crucial for better prophylaxis adherence.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Occupational Health

Background:

  • A case of inhalational anthrax in Connecticut in 2001 led to prophylaxis recommendations for postal workers.
  • Initial environmental testing was negative, but Bacillus anthracis was later confirmed at the facility.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess adherence to postexposure prophylaxis (PEP) among postal workers.
  • To identify reasons for non-adherence and adverse events associated with PEP.

Main Methods:

  • A questionnaire was distributed to 100 randomly selected postal workers within 20 days of initial prophylaxis.
  • Data collected included antibiotic acquisition, initiation, and discontinuation of PEP, and reasons for non-adherence.

Main Results:

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  • 94 workers obtained antibiotics, 68 started PEP, and 21 discontinued it.
  • Reasons for non-adherence included disbelief in anthrax exposure, adverse events (gastrointestinal distress, headache), and initial negative culture reports.
  • Adverse events were predominantly gastrointestinal distress and headache.

Conclusions:

  • Adherence to anthrax PEP among postal workers was suboptimal.
  • Effective communication regarding anthrax risks, education on adverse events, and proactive management are essential for improving adherence.