RESUMEN
In Kenya, human anthrax cases most often occur linked to animal anthrax. In most cases, human behaviors, especially slaughter and consumption of meat from animal anthrax cases, has been implicated. This case study is based on an anthrax outbreak investigation conducted in an endemic region in Kenya in May 2016.The case study simulates how a mixed methods approach can be used in epidemiologic research.To fully benefit from this case study, participants should have had prior lectures or other instruction in quantitative and qualitative study designs and sampling approachesused in epidemiologic research. The case study is ideally suited for trainees at intermediate or advance level training in field epidemiology who should be able to complete the case study in approximately 3 hours.