solved peer 1. What was the classification of biological agent used

peer 1. What was the classification of biological agent used in the attack?
Anthrax is one example of bioterrorism. Anthrax is caused by a biological agent called Bacillus anthracis. 
Discuss the implications of the biological agent.
People can get infected with anthrax by contacting with infected animals or contaminated animal products or breathing anthrax spores from infected animal products. People can also be infected with gastrointestinal anthrax by eating undercooked meat from infected animals. Anthrax can be used a weapon. According to CDC, “in 2001, powdered anthrax spores were deliberately put into letters that were mailed through the U.S. postal system” (2020). With this, 22 people got anthrax and 5 of them died. The GI anthrax can cause nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, headache, loss of appetite, fever, severe, bloody diarrhea, and swollen neck. The inhalation anthrax can cause flu-like symptoms, coughing up blood, painful swallowing, high fever, trouble breathing, shock, and shortness of breath. 
Discuss the therapy for the biological agent.
Anthrax infection is treated with a 60-day treatment with antibiotics (i.e. ciprofloxacin, doxycycline, and levofloxacin), a three-dose series of anthrax vaccine, and monoclonal antibiotics (i.e. raxibacumab and obiltoxaximab). 
What are the decontamination procedures for the biological agent used in the attack?
Decontamination techniques of anthrax are using chlorine and chlorine compounds for surface disinfection or ultraviolet light. If B. anthracis is spread in larger areas, electron beams and chemical disinfections (e.g., glutaraldehyde, chloride dioxide gas, and vaporized hydrogen peroxide) are used to inactivate the bacterial spores. 
Define the appropriate level of PPE required for this type of biological agent?
Appropriate PPE for anthrax includes respiratory protection (N95), eye and face protection, and gloves. It is important to wash hands thoroughly with soap and water.  
peer 2. The classification of the biological agent that I will be detailing is smallpox, which most notably was spread to North America by European settlers when colonizing the area.
Signs and symptoms of smallpox initially include high fever, head and body aches, and vomiting. This is followed by a development of a rash which manifests as, “small red spots on the tongue and in the mouth… these spots change into sores that break open and spread large amounts of the virus into the mouth and throat,” for which lasts about 4 days and is most contagious (CDC 2016). Eventually, the sores become pustules (sharply raised, usually round and firm to the touch, like peas under the skin) which then crust and scab. Assuming the individual exposed lives through this ordeal, the scabs fall of thus unable to be contagious.
The most important preventative measure since the 1700s includes vaccination; however, if it has not been administered after 7 days of being exposed and developing the rash, the vaccine will not help. Alternatively, the focus of care will include utilization of antiviral medications (Tecovirimat, Cidofovir, Brincidofovir) which are intended to stop further growth of this virus. 
Airborne and Contact precautions are imminent to prevent further spread of Smallpox. Additionally, those who have also been exposed including bystanders and healthcare personnel must be vaccinated immediately. Clothing and other textiles must be bagged, isolated, and washed (NIH Staff)
Specific equipment required to address this disease varies between the types of isolation required. Airborne isolation requires a negative-pressure room, HEPA filter, as well as all staff/visitors wear an N95 mask to protect themselves from airborne contaminants. Contact precautions on the other hand involves a preferably private room with an isolation gown, nitrile gloves when in contact with the patient, which is followed by immediate handwashing. 

They are both answering the following questions.
Give an example and details from national/international news of a bioterrorist attack.
Address all of the following in your post:

What was the classification of biological agent used in the attack?
Discuss the implications of the biological agent.
Discuss the therapy for the biological agent.
What are the decontamination procedures for the biological agent used in the attack?
Define the appropriate level of PPE required for this type of biological agent?

For peer replies please compare the different biological agents, their implications and therapies. Discuss the different types of decontamination procedures and levels of PPE that would be required.