China's Inner Mongolia reports two cases of bubonic plague

China's Inner Mongolia reports two cases of bubonic plague

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Category : Miscellaneous Published on: August 18 2023

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  • China’s Inner Mongolia region has reported two cases of bubonic plague, causing concerns amid previous infections and highlighting the need for vigilant containment efforts. 
  • The new cases involve close relatives of a previously infected individual. 
  • Bubonic plague is a highly infectious disease, primarily transmitted through rodents, and can be fatal if not treated promptly. 
  • The region’s health authorities are taking proactive measures to prevent the further spread of the disease.
  • The disease is primarily spread by rodents, making these areas conducive to its transmission. 
  • The World Health Organization (WHO) underscores that bubonic plague is the most common form of plague and can be fatal if not treated promptly.
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