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HealthState Department monitors suspected fatal pneumonic plague case in Russia

The State Department is tracking reports of a suspected fatal pneumonic plague case in Irkutsk Oblast, Russia, and is pressing Moscow to provide accurate information quickly. A U.S. official said many details remain unconfirmed and that agencies including the CDC are watching the situation. Early treatment with common antibiotics can be effective.

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FFox News★★★☆☆2026-10-05 00:05Original

State Department monitors suspected fatal pneumonic plague case in Russia
State Department monitors suspected fatal pneumonic plague case in RussiaHealth