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Anthrax Epizootic in Wildlife, Bwabwata National Park, Namibia, 2017.

Authors :
Cossaboom CM
Khaiseb S
Haufiku B
Katjiuanjo P
Kannyinga A
Mbai K
Shuro T
Hausiku J
Likando A
Shikesho R
Nyarko K
Miller LA
Agolory S
Vieira AR
Salzer JS
Bower WA
Campbell L
Kolton CB
Marston C
Gary J
Bollweg BC
Zaki SR
Hoffmaster A
Walke H
Source :
Emerging infectious diseases [Emerg Infect Dis] 2019 May; Vol. 25 (5), pp. 947-950.
Publication Year :
2019

Abstract

In late September 2017, Bwabwata National Park in Namibia experienced a sudden die-off of hippopotamuses and Cape buffalo. A multiorganizational response was initiated, involving several ministries within Namibia and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Rapid interventions resulted in zero human or livestock cases associated with this epizootic.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1080-6059
Volume :
25
Issue :
5
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Emerging infectious diseases
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
31002072
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.3201/eid2505.180867