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Anthrax outbreak in Vihiga kills over ten cows

Kisii County Deputy Governor Robert Monda Vaccinates a cow against Anthrax at Kisii Agricultural Training Center on 5/10/2022. (File, Standard)

Health officials in Vihiga have issued urgent cautions following reports of anthrax infections in both animals and people over the past week.

The outbreak, which began in Mbihi and Chambiti sub-locations in Vihiga Sub-County, has so far killed more than ten cows, prompting immediate public health alerts.

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