Suspected Anthrax Incident Triggers Emergency Contact Tracing in Nong Bua Lamphu
Headline: Man suspected of contracting anthrax in Nong Bua Lamphu Province receive hospital treatment
Breaking News:
A 64-year-old man from Nong Ruea Subdistrict, Non Sang District, has been admitted to Non Sang Hospital in Nong Bua Lamphu Province, Thailand, after presenting with itchy blisters on his back, arms, abdomen, and shoulder. The lesions had red edges and pus-like centers that later developed into black scabs, raising concerns among local health officials.
Details:
Doctors initially suspected anthrax infection and have sent samples for laboratory confirmation. Preliminary Gram staining showed positive results consistent with Bacillus anthracis, the bacterium that causes anthrax. The patient is currently receiving inpatient care, under close supervision by doctors and nurses at Non Sang Hospital.
On May 23, the patient participated in butchering beef in a field in Sub Phu Kao village, which is believed to be the source of the infection. The meat was then prepared as larb (raw spicy beef salad) and consumed with four friends. The patient showed symptoms on May 25, with itchy blisters spreading from his back to the shoulders, abdomen, and arms. Fortunately, his family of four, living in the same house, did not consume the meat that day.
Actions taken:
To contain the situation and prevent an outbreak, the Non Sang District Situation Awareness Team (SAT), the Joint Investigation Team (JIT) from the Nong Bua Lamphu Provincial Public Health Office, and the Provincial Livestock Office will conduct further investigations today (May 30). They will trace all close contacts and thoroughly examine the source of the contaminated meat.
Non Sang Hospital has implemented strict surveillance, prevention, investigation, and control measures for anthrax, and has sent samples to the Department of Medical Sciences and Bamrasnaradura Infectious Diseases Institute for confirmation.
Stay Informed:
Anthrax is a serious infectious disease caused by the bacterium Bacillus anthracis. The bacterial spores can survive in soil for over 10 years, causing a health risk. The transmission routes include direct contact with infected animals or their carcasses, consumption of contaminated meat or animal products, and inhalation of spores from dust or animal remains.
Residents are advised to avoid consuming all kinds of raw meat, especially beef from sources not inspected by veterinarians. Anyone experiencing unusual skin symptoms or who has had contact with animal carcasses should seek immediate medical attention.
For more information on anthrax and prevention methods, stay tuned to your local news and health officials.
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Enrichment:
To effectively control the anthrax outbreak, several measures are being implemented. These include contact tracing, source identification, public health responses, and public awareness campaigns. The investigative teams are working to trace all individuals who may have come into contact with the infected patient or the contaminated meat and thoroughly examining the source of the contaminated meat. The public is being advised to avoid consuming raw or undercooked meat and maintain good hygiene practices.
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