Help:Can I use pictures posted in the Image section of VectorBase

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All these images come from the CDC's Public Health Image Library and were taken by James Gathany, professional photographer for the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The specimens were provided by Frank Collins. Because this is a US Government photograph, there are no copyright restrictions. However, if you use these photos, you should credit James Gathany as the photographer.

If you wanted to use these photograph for commercial use (e.g. a DVD or a documentary), you might also check with James Gathany (jdg1@cdc.gov) to discuss other media.