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Medical experts on plague risks after reported death of lab worker in Russia

Medical experts on plague risks after reported death of lab worker in Russia

Feed excerpt — reported by CBS News

A scientist in Siberia died after possible exposure to the plague bacteria during a lab accident, according to Russian media. Russian officials downplayed the reports, saying she died of a "pneumonia of unknown origin." Health experts spoke with CBS News to discuss the risks posed to the public and what people should know about the reports.

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