How Russia and the world are responding to a possible case of pneumonic plague after lab worker dies

A lab worker at a plague institute in Russia has died, raising concerns about a possible case of pneumonic plague. This severe form of the disease targets the lungs and transmits via respiratory particles. While the situation is being monitored by Russia and the international community, health experts emphasize that pneumonic plague remains treatable if diagnosed and treated early. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the death to determine the exact cause and risk.