Two people died in Bayara, the first municipal section of Petit-Goâve, in Haiti after consuming beef contaminated with anthrax and ten other people were hospitalized, according to CASEC Wilnord Delicieux, Haiti Libre reported on 16 July 2024.
In the Dominican Republic, defense and health authorities took new preventive measures to protect against a spill-off of the disease on this side of the border.
The Ministry of Defense says the measures seek to prevent the population even when there is currently no official diagnostic confirmation of the disease.
The Ministry of Health informed the public that it has been in constant communication with international organizations such as the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), based in Haiti. These entities have confirmed that, to date, there have been no confirmed cases of anthrax diagnosed in the region. Current suspicions are based solely on preliminary clinical evaluations.
In coordination with the Ministry of Defense, border security protocols have been activated to prevent any possible spread of the disease. These measures include strict health controls and intensified epidemiological surveillance in the border area.
The Ministry of Health says it is closely monitoring the situation and will keep the public informed of any relevant updates provided by international organizations.
Anthrax is a serious bacterial infection that can be fatal if not treated promptly. Symptoms of anthrax include fever, chills, muscle aches, and a skin lesion. Anthrax can be spread through contact with infected animals or their products. The best way to prevent anthrax is to avoid contact with infected animals or their products.
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22 July 2024