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Human anthrax case reported in central Mongolia’s Arkhangai province

Humans can contract the disease through contact with infected animals or contaminated animal products.

• September 22, 2025
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Local health authorities on Monday confirmed a human case of anthrax in Arkhangai province in central Mongolia.

According to the provincial department for zoonotic diseases, the infection was detected in Ikhtamir soum, an administrative subdivision of the province, through a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test.

The soum has been placed under indefinite quarantine following the outbreak.

Anthrax is a serious infectious disease caused by Bacillus anthracis, a spore-forming bacterium that occurs naturally in soil and commonly affects livestock and wild animals.

Humans can contract the disease through contact with infected animals or contaminated animal products.

Authorities urged residents to remain cautious and comply with preventive measures.

(Xinhua/NAN)  

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