What is the risk of getting anthrax from attending drumming events?
The risk of being exposed to anthrax spores through attending drumming events where animal hide drums are played, or handling animal hide drums at such events is considered to be very low. Aside from a single case (Scotland in 2006) of inhalation anthrax in a person who handled contaminated hide drums, a more recent case (USA) of gastrointestinal anthrax has been identified in a person who attended an indoor drumming event. However, this case is still currently under investigation, and the exact manner of how the person became infected with anthrax has not been determined. If you are a drum owner or player, or attended a recent drumming event and are experiencing any symptoms which might resemble anthrax, you should seek medical attention with your healthcare provider. It is important to discuss with your provider any recent contact or experience you had with animal hide drums.
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