At least 50 animals, including cattle and one moose, in Wyoming have died during a recent outbreak of anthrax. However, officials say the current risk to humans is small.

At least 50 animals, including cattle and one moose, in Wyoming have died during a recent outbreak of anthrax. However, officials say the current risk to humans is small.

Not just a bioweapon: Anthrax outbreak kills dozens of animals in Wyoming. Here’s how it’s transmitted. A moose and dozens of cattle were found dead by Wyoming officials ...

Once infected with anthrax, animals will become lethargic, struggle to breathe and die within a couple of days, though some may succumb within 24 hours.

Anthrax is an infectious disease that’s caused by bacteria. It’s very rare in the United States, but it can be very serious. It usually only affects farm animals like cows and sheep. But it ...

However, most affected animals die before showing any signs of the disease. BAH says the last confirmed anthrax case in animals was in Pennington County back in 2013.

Anthrax might be more commonly thought of as a bioterrorist weapon, bringing to mind white envelopes and government buildings. But Wyoming officials warned residents on Wednesday that there’s an ...

If people don't get proper treatment, all types of anthrax have the potential to spread through the body and cause death ...

Anthrax, which is present in many soils, can come out of dormancy and cause sudden death in livestock. ... If an animal died of anthrax 100 years ago those spores are still there, ...

The animals have been quarantined. Anthrax is caused by a bacterium called Bacillus anthracis, which can emerge in greater concentrations after rainstorms, flooding, or excavation.

Anthrax is a potentially life threatening bacterial infection that can occur in humans and animals. Typically, doctors give the vaccine to people who may be at risk for exposure to anthrax, such ...