What to know about pneumonic plague after Russian lab worker's death
Summary
A Russian lab worker who studied pneumonic plague became sick and died, leading to increased monitoring by the U.S. Russian officials say there is no reason to panic, but they have set up quarantines and safety steps in Siberian hospitals.Key Facts
- A laboratory worker in Russia who studied pneumonic plague fell ill and died.
- The U.S. is watching the situation closely in case the disease spreads.
- Russian authorities say the situation is under control and not dangerous.
- Quarantines have been placed at several medical centers in Siberia to prevent spread.
- Pneumonic plague is a serious disease that can spread between people through the air.
- Officials are taking extra precautions to keep people safe and stop the infection.
- The discussion included expert Annie Jacobsen, who wrote about biological threats.
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