Question

Write a note on Anthrax.

Answer 1

1. The disease Anthrax is caused by Bacillus anthracis by handling contaminated animal hair and contact with livestock during hair processing.
2. The symptoms are fever, cough and shortness of breath,
3. It may also lead to nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea.

Treatment:

1. Penicillin or Ciprofloxacin is given as the best medicine for treatment of anthrax.
2. The spread of the disease is controlled by vaccination of animals and by burning or burial of infected animals carcases.
3. It is the duty of the employer to take care of the industrial workers by providing hygienic and well ventilated work place.