Abstract
In 2010, we investigated anthrax outbreak in Bhutan. A total of 43 domestic animals died, and cutaneous anthrax developed in 9 persons, and 1 died. All affected persons had contact with the carcasses of infected animals. Comprehensive preparedness and response guidelines are needed to increase public awareness of anthrax in Bhutan.
MeSH terms
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Animals
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Animals, Domestic
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Anthrax / diagnosis
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Anthrax / epidemiology*
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Anthrax / prevention & control*
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Anthrax / transmission
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Bacillus anthracis / classification
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Bacillus anthracis / genetics
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Bhutan / epidemiology
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Disease Outbreaks*
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Female
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Genotype
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Humans
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Male
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Multilocus Sequence Typing
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Risk Factors
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Skin / microbiology
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Skin / pathology