Which of the following can be transmitted to humans who eat infected meat?
A) anthrax
B) Q fever
C) listeriosis
D) all of the above

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All three diseases listed (anthrax, Q fever, and listeriosis) can be transmitted to humans who eat infected meat. Anthrax is caused by the bacterium Bacillus anthracis and is transmitted when humans come into contact with infected animals or their products, including meat. Q fever is caused by the bacterium Coxiella burnetii and is transmitted to humans when they come into contact with infected animals or their products, including meat. Listeriosis is caused by the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes and can be transmitted to humans through the consumption of contaminated meat or other foods.

Which of the Following Can Be Transmitted to Humans Who