Anthrax — Uganda
On [20 Apr 2018], 7 people were admitted to Ngenge HCIII [Health Center III], after skinning, carrying, and eating a dead cow at Kaplopwotwo village, Kween district. They all presented with blisters, oedema, and red to brown, raised spots that are typical of an anthrax infection. Additionally, 4 cows were reported to have died within the same kraal [an enclosure for cattle or sheep] in Kaplopwotwo village. Locals reportedly skinned and ate the meat from the 4 cows. Ministry of Health set out
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