Anthrax reemergence: Is it safe to eat red meat?

Over the last two months, Bangladesh has confirmed 25 cases of anthrax -- 17 in Rangpur and eight in Gaibandha. Meanwhile, three people have died with anthrax-like symptoms, two in Rangpur and one in Gaibandha.

The question naturally follows -- is it safe to eat red meat when anthrax is suddenly spreading again? But what exactly is anthrax? Why does it raise such concern about meat safety? And what can we do to contain it?

Let's break it down in today's Star Explains.