Thailand reports first anthrax death in decades Hundreds potentially exposed2 May 2025 2 May 2025 2 minute read 2 minute read By: By: Global Ag Media AsiaThailand has reported its first anthrax-related death in decades with two infections nationwide, prompting a public health alert after authorities identified hundreds potentially exposed to the deadly bacteria, Reuters reported, citing officials on Thursday. "All individuals who may have been in contact with infected meat are being monitored," the health ministry said. Thailand last reported human anthrax cases in 2017, when two people were infected without fatalities. Wednesday's death was the first anthrax fatality in Thailand since 1994 when three diedand follows a rise in regional infections. Laos reported 129 anthrax infections last year, including one death, while Vietnam confirmed 13 cases in May 2023.