anthrax

• Maladie infectieuse grave causée par la bactérie Bacillus anthracis, touchant principalement les animaux d'élevage mais transmissible à l'homme, souvent par contact avec des animaux infectés ou leurs produits.

A noun referring to a serious infectious disease caused by the bacterium Bacillus anthracis, primarily affecting livestock but also transmissible to humans, often through contact with infected animals or their products.

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1. Animal diseaseC1formalmedical

   A serious infectious disease that primarily affects livestock such as cattle and sheep, caused by the bacterium Bacillus anthracis.

   Charbon animal

   • The farmer reported an outbreak of anthrax among his sheep.
   • Vaccination programs help prevent anthrax in cattle.
   • Anthrax can survive in soil for many years, posing a risk to grazing animals.

2. Human diseaseC1formalmedical

   A severe illness in humans caused by infection with Bacillus anthracis, often leading to septicemia if untreated.

   charbon humain

   • Cutaneous anthrax is the most common form in humans, usually from contact with infected animals.
   • Inhalation anthrax is a rare but often fatal form of the disease.
   • Prompt antibiotic treatment is critical for survival from anthrax infection.