Bubonic Plague Case Confirmed in Colorado

Health officials identify a rare infection in Pueblo County, emphasizing the importance of prompt medical attention and preventive measures.

The infected individual has been hospitalized and is recovering after treatment.
Bubonic plague is caused by the Yersinia pestis bacterium, typically spread by fleas from rodents.
Symptoms include sudden fever, chills, severe headache, muscle aches, and swollen lymph nodes.
Human cases of plague are rare in the U.S., with an average of seven cases reported annually.
Preventive measures include avoiding contact with rodents and using flea control on pets.