Health Authorities in Bushenyi have confirmed Anthrax disease in Kyeizooba Sub-County, Bushenyi district after one person lost his life to this disease.

Dr. Roberts Natukunda, the Bushenyi District Health Officer confirmed the report noting that the samples that were collected from five individuals suspected of consuming a dead animal tested positive for this disease. He urged residents to seek medical treatment as some individuals have previously dismissed their symptoms, believing they were being bewitched.

Dr. Natukunda noted that several people have started exhibiting symptoms consistent with anthrax, and tragically one individual passed away and was buried on Thursday, despite protests from residents who accused others in the community of witchcraft.

The doctor emphasized that the government is working diligently to obtain vaccines to immunize animals which is essential for controlling the spread of the disease.