Back at the hospital, treatment for presumed Q fever helps the husband but not the wife.

Q fever has been described as a possible biological weapon.

Q fever cases in travelers should be promptly reported to proper authorities.

Q fever microorganisms may survive on surfaces up to 60 days.

Q fever does occur in the United States, but fewer than 200 cases are reported annually.

All volunteers recovered from Q fever with no adverse aftereffects.

"Tell me about this Q fever," Rhyme had asked the pathologist.

His later studies helped to produce a vaccine for Q fever, which is treated with antibiotics that shorten its duration.

Q fever is a well recognized cause of abortions in ruminants and in pets.

Looking weak, he said unidentified planes had sprayed his Australian compound with Q fever.

Background Background information on Q fever as a bioterrorism agent.

Retinal vasculitis is a rare manifestation of Q fever.

Q fever is a nationally notifiable disease.

This medication may also be used for other types of infections (e.g., Q fever endocarditis).

Q fever is a disease caused by Coxiella burnetii, bacteria that affect humans and other animals.

To date, no imported cases of Q fever have been reported among American travelers returning home from the Netherlands.

Coxiella burnetii, the bacteria that causes Q fever.

Treatment of the acute Q fever with antibiotics is very effective and should take place in consultation with an infectious diseases specialist.

Other Resources Clinician registry, Q fever homepage, emergency contact information.

In 2001, Australia introduced a national Q fever vaccination program for people working in "at risk" occupations.

It causes Q fever.

However, a number of species have been removed, such as Coxiella burnetii, the cause of Q fever.

It is transmitted to humans causing Q fever by inhalation of aerosols of these materials.

I've seen Lassa and Q fever.

Patients with pre-existing heart valve disorders, pregnant women, and immunosuppressed persons are at increased risk for developing chronic Q fever.