What Is Bubonic Plague And What Are Its Symptoms

Bubonic Plague is exceedingly rare in this day and age, and doctors know how to treat the disease and prevent its spread among the masses.

A rare case of bubonic plague, which killed tens of millions of people in Europe in the 14th Century, has been reported in Oregon, United States. The person was probably infected by the pet cat, an official said, without revealing the identity of the patient in Deschutes County.

"All close contacts of the resident and their pet have been contacted and provided medication to prevent illness,” Deschutes County health officer Dr Richard Fawcett said in a statement.

The infected individual was “treated in the earlier stages of the disease” and posed “little risk” to the community, the statement added.

Bubonic Plague is exceedingly rare in this day and age, and doctors know how to treat the disease and prevent its spread among the masses.