Zambians warned not to eat dead wildlife after anthrax kills dozens of animals
2 sources·Updated September 14, 2026

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- Global News Health·3h agoAnthrax outbreak kills more than 50 animals, infects 12 people in Zambia
Affected animals include hippos, elephants, buffalo and a crocodile, all of which died after consuming the toxic, naturally occurring bacteria.
Read at Global News Health → - BBC Science·12h agoZambians warned not to eat dead wildlife after anthrax kills dozens of animals
At least 12 people are being treated for anthrax after eating infected meat from wildlife carcasses.
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