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A groundbreaking DNA study has identified the world's earliest known plague carrier in a 4,000-year-old domesticated sheep from the Bronze Age, revealing how the plague spread before fleas became its primary vector, and highlighting the complex interactions between humans, livestock, and natural reservoirs in ancient Eurasia.
A 77-year-old man in Bernalillo County, New Mexico, has been diagnosed with plague, marking the second case this year with no fatalities. The disease, transmitted through fleas from rodents, can also spread via contact with infected animals. Health officials advise precautions such as avoiding sick animals, controlling fleas on pets, and using insect repellent, while emphasizing the importance of seeking medical attention for symptoms like sudden fever and swollen lymph nodes.
A mass prairie dog die-off in La Plata County, Colorado, has raised concerns about the presence of plague, prompting health officials to investigate and advise the public on safety measures, as the disease can be transmitted through fleas from rodents and pets, but no human cases have been reported this year.
La Plata County Public Health is investigating a suspected plague outbreak following mass prairie dog die-offs, with tests pending but ongoing concerns about the bacterial disease that can affect humans and pets. Residents are advised to take precautions such as using insect repellent and avoiding handling dead animals, while authorities emphasize public education and caution against eradicating prairie dogs to prevent spreading fleas.
Public health officials in California confirmed a case of the plague in a Lake Tahoe resident, likely contracted via a flea bite while camping. The plague, historically deadly but now treatable with antibiotics, remains rare but highlights ongoing insect-borne disease risks. Precautions include wearing protective clothing and keeping pets away from wild rodents. Early detection and awareness are crucial for effective treatment.
New Mexico reports its first plague case of the year in a man who may have been exposed while camping, amid multiple cases across the western U.S., highlighting the importance of precautions against flea bites and contact with wildlife to prevent this rare but serious disease.
A 43-year-old man in New Mexico was diagnosed with plague after likely exposure while camping, marking the first human case in the state this year amid recent cases in the western U.S. The disease, caused by Yersinia pestis, is rare but can spread through flea bites or contact with infected animals, prompting health officials to recommend precautions such as avoiding sick rodents and using insect repellent.
A 43-year-old man in New Mexico has been diagnosed with plague, marking the state's first human case this year, likely contracted while camping. The disease, caused by Yersinia pestis, circulates in wildlife and can be transmitted through flea bites or contact with infected animals. Although treatable with antibiotics, early diagnosis is crucial, and health officials emphasize preventive measures such as avoiding sick rodents and using insect repellent. This case highlights the ongoing presence of plague in the western U.S., with recent cases also reported in California and Arizona.
The reappearance of the plague in California, caused by infected fleas from wild rodents, highlights its ongoing presence despite medical advances. A recent case in South Lake Tahoe involved a patient recovering at home, with historical cases in the state showing the disease's persistence. The plague, primarily bubonic, can be treated with antibiotics if caught early, but remains a health concern in rural and wilderness areas where humans and pets can be exposed to infected rodents and fleas.
Health officials in California's Sierra Nevada region report a rare case of plague, likely contracted from a flea bite while camping, emphasizing the importance of early treatment with antibiotics to prevent serious illness.
A rare case of the plague, caused by the bacterium Yersinia pestis, has reappeared in Northern California, likely contracted from a flea bite while camping. Despite being a disease of the past, it still exists in small numbers, primarily affecting rodents and occasionally humans, especially in rural and wilderness areas. There are no current FDA-approved vaccines, but the disease is treatable with antibiotics if caught early. Experts consider it under control and not a major public health threat today.
California health officials are investigating a case of plague in South Lake Tahoe, likely contracted from a flea bite while camping, prompting warnings to avoid contact with wild rodents and sick animals, and to seek prompt treatment if symptoms appear. The disease, caused by Yersinia pestis, remains rare but treatable with antibiotics if caught early.
A resident in Lake Tahoe has tested positive for the plague after being bitten by an infected flea while camping. The disease, caused by Yersinia pestis, is rare but can be serious, with symptoms including swollen lymph nodes, fever, and respiratory issues depending on the type. The risk of contracting the plague in the U.S. is very low, with about seven cases annually, and it is treatable with antibiotics. Precautions include avoiding contact with wild rodents and their fleas, especially in areas where the disease is present.
A California resident in South Lake Tahoe tested positive for the plague after likely being bitten by an infected flea while camping. Health officials emphasize precautions against wild rodents and pets to prevent infection, which is rare but serious, and monitor rodent populations for plague activity. The case is part of ongoing surveillance in the region, with previous cases reported in the area and other parts of the western US.
A California resident tested positive for plague after camping near Lake Tahoe, likely due to flea bites from infected rodents. Health officials advise precautions to prevent infection, which can be treated with antibiotics if caught early. Plague remains rare but is present in certain areas of the western US and other parts of the world.