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About the gangrene
Anthrax is a climate disease found in Southeast Asia and northern Australia, and is caused by Burkholderia pseudomallei, which inhabits soil and surface water. To date, 19 cases have been reported in Japan as imported cases by patients who have traveled abroad. (* Nothrax does not exist in Japan.)
Last Updated December 19, 2023
For those who handle ornamental fish and reptiles
Recently, anthrax case via a household freshwater tank was reported in the United States.
In Japan, many ornamental fish and reptiles from Southeast Asia are imported, so there is a possibility that anthrax case may occur through imported freshwater tropical fish.
When handling the aquarium, try to prevent infection by wearing gloves, etc. just in case.
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Related websites, etc.
Anthrax notification standard (Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare) (outside site)
Quarantine Station, Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare FORTH: Useful information "Nanthrax" (Quarantine Station, Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare) (outside site)
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Inquiries to this page
Animal Protection Center, Medical Care Bureau Health and Safety Department
Telephone: 045-471-2111
Telephone: 045-471-2111
Fax: 045-471-2133
Email address: ir-douai@city.yokohama.lg.jp
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