Who had "plague" for August 2020?
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wrote on 18 Aug 2020, 13:42 last edited by
California resident diagnosed with the plague for first time in five years
California health officials have confirmed the first case of the plague in the state in five years — a South Lake Tahoe resident who may have been bitten by an infected flea while walking a dog, according to reports.
El Dorado County officials said they were informed about the infection by the California Department of Health. The patient, who is recovering at home, was walking along the Truckee River Corridor, officials said.
If detected early, the deadly illness can be effectively treated with antibiotics. Symptoms, which usually show up within two weeks of exposure, may include fever, nausea, weakness and swollen lymph nodes.
“Plague is naturally present in many parts of California, including higher elevation areas of El Dorado County,” said El Dorado County Public Health Officer Dr. Nancy Williams, according to ABC News.
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wrote on 19 Aug 2020, 11:43 last edited by
Not surprising. Parks in the Reno/Tahoe area have warning signs about the squirrels.
We can treat it now though.
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wrote on 19 Aug 2020, 14:00 last edited by
Y'all seen the theory that the Black Death was not caused by Yersinia pestis?
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wrote on 19 Aug 2020, 15:24 last edited by Horace
no. in fairness, I haven't seen the theory that it was caused by Yersinia pestis, either.
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wrote on 20 Aug 2020, 07:42 last edited by
Ax has lots of Yersinia pestis. Buckets full.
Right Ax? I could have sworn you started atrollthread on the subject.
Even if I'm wrong, I bet he has more than anyone else has.
I'll bet he has even more than anyone else wants.
He's got lots.
Hope I'm being clear on how full he is of it.
Really. NOT kidding.