Most commonly occurs in hoofed animals

May affect the lungs with symptoms like fever, aches or fatigue; the skin with itching and a black scar in the exposed area; or gastrointestinal tract with nausea, abdominal distress or fever

Symptoms usually occur within seven days of exposure

There have been no reported cases of transmission from person to person

Immunizations are not given to close

contacts of infected people unless there is exposure to the same source

If exposed, infection can be prevented by antibiotics in its early stages

Vaccination against it is

effective but not recommended or offered to the general public

Early antibiotic treatment is essential

Seek medical attention and notify the local health authority if you suspect infection

-Iowa Department of Public Health and the Centers for Disease Control