Anthrax review by the National Academy of Sciences questions FBI theory that anthrax-laced letters after Sept. 11, 2001 all came from the lab of Dr. Bruce Ivins. By Nancy Pope, Historian. This is the first in a series of three posts addressing the anthrax bioterrorism attacks that took place in October 2001. Get the facts on anthrax (caused by the bacteria Bacillus anthracis) transmission, types (cutaneous, inhalation, gastrointestinal), symptoms, treatment and prevention. Guidance for Protecting Responders’ Health During the First Week Following A Wide-Area Aerosol Anthrax Attack Anthrax is a serious infectious disease caused by gram-positive, rod-shaped bacteria known as Bacillus anthracis. Although it is rare, people can get sick with. Anthrax is an American thrash metal band from New York City, formed in 1981 by guitarist Scott Ian and bassist Dan Lilker. The group was considered one of the leaders. This web site was started on November 22, 2001 to keep track of facts related to the anthrax attacks which had become a major news event. Features an analysis of intentionally-spread anthrax in the United States. Includes chronology of the event, case studies, and related links. On August 21, 2008, the Sandia National Laboratory in Albuquerque, NM, issued a press release describing their role in the Amerithrax investigation. September 2012 3 I. Background A. Purpose This guidance provides recommendations for protecting personnel responding to a wide-area anthrax attack from developing.