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According to a media report of 22 August 2016 health officials in Sirajganj, Bangladesh have reported an additional 25 human anthrax cases in Shahzadpur Upazila in recent days. This is the 3rd wave of anthrax cases in the Upazila since May 2016.
(Via ProMedMail - accessed 31/08/16)
The risk to travellers is low, most cases are of the cutaneous form and related to close contact with infected animals in rural areas. Anthrax can also be transmitted by consuming the meat of an infected animal. Avoidance of products made from animal origin such as souvenirs made from animal skins should be advised.
Further information on Anthrax.
