Thailand’s government has ordered officials to closely monitor livestock along the border with Laos after more than 50 people were reported to have contracted anthrax in the neighboring country.

In 2000, 15 cases were recorded, also without deaths. Wednesday’s death was the first anthrax fatality in Thailand since 1994 when three died and follows a rise in regional infections.

Anthrax outbreak in Laos leads to Thailand's alertness. Vaccines prepared, no human deaths. Anthrax types vary in symptoms. Prevention includes vaccination, hygiene practices, and prompt treatment ...

BANGKOK (Agencies): Thailand has intensified its vigilance along the Thai-Laos border after receiving reports of anthrax outbreaks in local villages in Champasack Province, Laos. In response to ...

Thailand's government has ordered officials to closely monitor livestock along the border with Laos after more than 50 people were reported to have contracted anthrax in the neighboring country.

Thailand's government has ordered officials to closely monitor livestock along the border with Laos after more than 50 people were reported to have contracted anthrax in the neighboring country ...