Anthrax

Anthrax is an infectious disease caused by the bacteria Bacillus anthracis. It is rare in Ontario. The bacteria can be found naturally in soil and it can infect farm animals such as cattle, sheep and pigs. Although uncommon, a person can become infected with anthrax by contact with infected animals or exposure to contaminated animal products. Anthrax is also a potential bioterrorism agent.

 

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PHO Rounds: Collaboration and Continuous Improvement Approaches in 2025 First Nations Evacuation Emergency Responses in Peel Region

This PHO Rounds will provide an overview of local public health community focused implementation experiences supporting three First Nations evacuation emergency responses in Peel Region in 2025, through the lens of the PHO Emergency Preparedness framework.

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Communicable Disease Control

Communicable.DiseaseControl@oahpp.ca

Updated 13 Dec 2024