Plague Case Confirmed in New Mexico

A woman in Santa Fe County has died from plague, New Mexico’s first human case this year. Health officials confirm the death and are launching an environmental investigation. Plague, spread by infected fleas on pets or direct animal contact, causes sudden fever, chills, headache, and swollen lymph nodes—and can transmit person-to-person. Thankfully, early antibiotic treatment can save lives. Stay alert: this ancient disease still lurks in our modern world. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9b1b8709b804980b