,Ktxl) – A resident of South Lake Taho in California has conducted a positive test for the plague, confirmed by health officials.
Some details were provided about the resident, but the El Dorado County Environmental Management Division and Public Health Division said that the patient is in the care of a medical professional while recovering at home.
This case is under investigation. It is believed that the person became ill after being bitten by a flea while caming in the South Lake Taho region.
“The plague is naturally present in several parts of California, including the high altitude areas of the El Dorado County,” said the caleal flimlets, the acting director of the public health of the El Dorado County. “It is important that individuals take care for themselves and their pets, when outside, especially walking, hiking, and camps in areas where wild rodents are present.”
The plague is caused by the yersinia pasteis bacterium, which is mostly transmitted from the bite of flea that contains bacteria from infected squirrels, chipmanks, and other wild rodents. According to health officials, dogs and cats can also bring plague-enacted flea to the house. People can get plague if cut by infected flea.
Public health officials said, “The plague can be prevented from avoiding contact with wild rodents and keeping pets away from rodent bars.”
Officials said the ChPD is monitoring the rodent population for plague activity in California and coordinating closely with health officials. The camera footage shows activities in L Dardo County from 2021 to 2024, with 41 rodents, which showed evidence of exposure to the plague bacteria. This year, health officials at L Dardo County said that four additional rodents have conducted a positive test in the Taho Basin.
there are Three types of plague It is present with different symptoms and is caused by different things. Bubonic plague is caused by flea bite that is found on most rodents.
Officials said the symptoms of the plague would usually appear within two weeks of exposure to an infected animal or flea, and include fever, nausea, weakness and inflammation in lymph nodes. If symptoms are shown early, the plague can be treated effectively with antibiotics.
Septicmic plagueIn which there are similar symptoms, untreated bubonic plagues can develop from handling of animals infected. Should a person with bubonic or septic plague go without treatment, and bacteria reach their lungs, they can develop NinderLike other forms of the plague, a person infected with pneumonic plague can develop a fever, headache, weakness and pneumonia, developing later “rapid”.
While it may take a few days to set bubonic and septic plague, the incubation period for the pneumonic plague can occur in one day, the CDC report. This is the only form that can be spread by individual-to-person, and is considered the most serious form of the disease.
Health officials of El Dorado County did not specify what kind of plague the patient was contracted.
Despite the type of plague, about 90% of the infected people survive with quick treatment. Cleveland Clinic said, “The plague is almost always fatal.”
Infected fleas are largely guilty of plague cases in the US, but the handling of infected animals – like cats, rabbits, mice, mice and squirrels, according to, according to Health Department of New York – Also known to lead to plague.
Earlier this year, North Arizona recording it Death related to first pneumonic plague Since 2007. Health officials did not say how Arizona resident became infected. Earlier last year, a case of Bubonic plague was reported in Oregon, First in the state since 2015It was believed that was brought by A pet catIn recent years, Colorado has reported Cat testing positive for septic Plague and A cat, Two priest dog coloniesAnd A squirrel Positive tests for bubonic plague.
To avoid plague, Health officials recommend Against feeding squirrels, chipmanks and other wild rodents. Do you find a sick, injured or dead rodent, you should not touch it. You should not let your pet play or take with such rodents.
While organizing the camp, officials say you should avoid sleeping or resting near the animal Buro or where the dead rodents have been seen. You would like to wear a bug spray with DEET on your socks or pants cuffs to reduce flea exposure. If you have to bring your pet into an area where fleas may exist, experts suggest the use of flea control products.
Cats are susceptible to the plague and, in turn, can pose a threat to humans. Should your cat get sick after interacting with the rodent, it is recommended that you take them to a veterinarian.
If you feel ill after being in an area where the plague is done, or known to be, consult a physician.
