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About the anthrax.
Anthrax is a climatic disease found in Southeast Asia and northern Australia, and is caused by Burkneria pseudomallei, which inhabits soil and surface water. To date, 19 cases of imported cases have been reported in Japan by patients who have traveled abroad. (* Anthrax does not exist in Japan.)
Last update date December 19, 2023
For those who handle ornamental fish and reptiles
Recently, a case of anthraxon via a household freshwater tank was reported in the United States.
In Japan, a large number of ornamental fish and reptiles from Southeast Asia are imported in Japan, so there is a risk that anthrax may occur through imported freshwater tropical fish.
When handling the aquarium, be sure to take measures against infection by wearing gloves etc. just in case.
<Reference> Do you know "Araxon"? （PDF：357KB）
Related websites, etc.
Classes (Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare) (outside site)
Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare Quarantine Station FORTH: Useful information "Anthrax" (Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare Quarantine Station) (outside site)
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Animal Protection Center, Medical Care Bureau
Phone: 045-471-2111
Phone: 045-471-2111
Fax: 045-471-2133
Email address: ir-douai@city.yokohama.jp
Page ID: 334-188-995
