First Plague Death in Arizona Since 2007 Sparks Health Alerts
TL;DR
Health officials in Arizona have reported the first plague death since 2007, involving the pneumonic form of the disease, which is highly contagious and deadly but treatable with antibiotics. The case highlights the rare occurrence of plague in the U.S., primarily in rural northern New Mexico and Arizona, and underscores the importance of caution when handling sick or dead animals.
- Health officials report first plague death since 2007 WHIO-TV
- Arizona Resident Dies From Plague, Officials Say The New York Times
- Northern Arizona resident dies from plague OregonLive.com
- What to Know About Pneumonic Plague After Arizona Death Time Magazine
- Prairie Dog Die-Off Reported in the Townsend Winona Area Coconino.az.gov
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