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Anthrax disease: FG warns against consumption of bush meat, 'ponmo' | TheCable

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The federal government has issued an alert over the outbreak of anthrax disease in some neighbouring countries, and the consumption of hides (ponmo). In a statement on Monday, Ernest Umakhihe,

The federal government has issued an alert over the outbreak of anthrax disease in some neighbouring countries, and the consumption of hides .

Anthrax is an infection caused by the spore-forming bacteria, Bacillus anthracis. It typically affects ruminants such as cows, sheep, and goats.Humans can get infected if they handle or are involved in the slaughter of a sick animal, or are in contact with contaminated animal products.Symptoms of the disease include cough, fever, muscle aches and if not diagnosed and treated early, pneumonia, severe lung problems, shock and death.

 

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