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OVER 20 PEOPLE HOSPITALIZED WITH ANTHRAX SYMPTOMS IN ARMENIA
Vestnik Kavkaza
Oct 22 2012
Russia
At least 22 people have been hospitalized with anthrax symptoms
in Armenia.
The first reports were made on October 20 when 21 people were
hospitalized at the Martuni Hospital at Lake Sevan of the Gegarkuniksky
Region of the republic. One more person has been hospitalized in
Yerevan today.
Armenian Healthcare Minister Anait Aytayan said that more detailed
information will be available later.
Anthrax is a common infection among domestic and wild animals and
people. The disease causes intoxication, skin ulcers, problems with
lymphnodes and inner organs. The disease may be obtained by contacting
with animals, eating contaminated meat or drinking water.
From: A. Papazian
Vestnik Kavkaza
Oct 22 2012
Russia
At least 22 people have been hospitalized with anthrax symptoms
in Armenia.
The first reports were made on October 20 when 21 people were
hospitalized at the Martuni Hospital at Lake Sevan of the Gegarkuniksky
Region of the republic. One more person has been hospitalized in
Yerevan today.
Armenian Healthcare Minister Anait Aytayan said that more detailed
information will be available later.
Anthrax is a common infection among domestic and wild animals and
people. The disease causes intoxication, skin ulcers, problems with
lymphnodes and inner organs. The disease may be obtained by contacting
with animals, eating contaminated meat or drinking water.
From: A. Papazian