2022: First human plague death in New Mexico since 2020 reported in Lincoln County.
New Mexico's Department of Health reported a human plague death in Lincoln County, marking the first case since 2021. The man was hospitalized for the bacterial disease, primarily spread through infected flea bites and direct contact with infected animals. This is the first human death from the plague in New Mexico since 2020, prompting community awareness and proactive measures to prevent its spread.
March 08, 2024
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