The Indian state chapter of the Integrated Disease Surveillance Program (IDSP) has attributed the spread of Anthrax to consumption of dead cattle meat.

The state chapter of the Integrated Disease Surveillance Program (IDSP) has attributed the spread to consumption of dead cattle meat.
“Initial reports received from the block development officer (BDO) speak of death of cattle within a short period of time a few days ago. The dead and infected had consumed and handled the animals. Initial reports suggest symptoms of anthrax,” said Dr. Ramesh Prasad, director and state surveillance officer of IDSP.
A rapid response team has been dispatched to look for more suspects and begin their treatment after isolation.
The samples collected from the deceased and the suspects for pathological examination will be tested in laboratories in Kolkata and New Delhi.
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