A death at a Russian plague research institute in Siberia triggers health alerts and international concern
A suspected lung plague case in Irkutsk has prompted health alerts in Russia. The U.S. Embassy in Moscow issued a health alert about a lab worker's death in the Irkutsk region. A female medical professional died in Siberia. The U.S. State Department has a Level 4 'Do Not Travel' advisory for Russia.
- The World Health Organization stated no cases have been recorded within Irkutsk.
Outlets: La Vanguardia, NV English, Proto Thema English, The Moscow Times - Independent News From Russia, ZDFheute, taz
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