Plague Outbreak Sparks Health Warnings Across Western U.S.
Health officials in California confirmed a rare case of bubonic plague in a South Lake Tahoe camper, reigniting concerns about sporadic outbreaks across the American West. The 21-year-old victim, who recovered after treatment, was likely infected via a flea bite during an outdoor activity. Kyle Fliflet, El Dorado County’s acting director of public health, emphasized…