Description of the situation
11 August 1998
Disease Outbreak Reported
In June and July 1998, 3 outbreaks of anthrax were reported from different regions of the Russian Federation, causing 15 cases and 2 deaths. All the cases occurred in connection with the consumption of meat from privately-raised cattle, and all received treatment. Official sources report that the situation is under control. WHO is currently investigating reports of anthrax outbreaks in several other countries