ECDC Explains How the Transmission of Lung Plague Occurs

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This disease is caused by Yersinia pestis, a bacteria that affects the lymph nodes, blood, lungs and throat.

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The agency monitors the situation following an alleged case in Russia

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The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) is closely monitoring developments surrounding the death of a laboratory worker and concerns about suspected pneumonic plague in Russia. The disease is serious, but there is effective treatment with antibiotics.

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The European Center for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) said on Tuesday that the transmission of lung plague usually requires a "close and prolonged" contact. The organism monitors the situation after a suspected case of lung plague in Russia.

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The European Center for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) said Tuesday that the transmission of lung plague usually requires "close and prolonged" contact with an infected person who already has symptoms.