What is the pneumonic plague?
Key Takeaways
- Pneumonic plague is a severe, lung-affecting form of the ancient disease.
- A recent laboratory incident in Siberia resulted in a fatality.
- Health officials are closely monitoring for any potential spread.
The ancient disease of plague has returned to the headlines following the tragic death of a Russian laboratory worker in Siberia. This rare and severe form of the disease affects the lungs and can be transmitted rapidly. Public health officials are monitoring the situation closely to prevent any potential spread or outbreak stemming from the laboratory incident.
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