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Context: Anthrax, an infectious disease which affects domestic as well as wild animals, has been reported in wild boars.

Anthrax is caused by a spore-forming bacterium/gram-positive, rod-shaped bacteria known as Bacillus anthracis which can be found naturally in soil. It mainly affects animals.
Humans can be infected through contact with an animal or by inhaling spores.
Symptoms depend on the route of infection. They can range from a skin ulcer to difficulty breathing.
Antibiotics cure most infections. Inhaled anthrax is harder to treat and can be fatal.

Source: The Indian Express

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