Investigation and Control of Anthrax Outbreak at the Human–Animal Interface, Bhutan, 2010

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.

Keywords

• anthrax
• outbreak
• epidemiology
• control
• Bhutan
• cutaneous anthrax