Disease Outbreak News

1998 - Russian Federation

11 August 1998

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