New Mexico Ministry of Health (NMDOH) reported the first case of human plague in 2025.
New Mexico health officials confirmed Infectious diseases A 43-year-old man from Valencia County has been discharged from the hospital since a press release on August 25th.
The man recently spent time camping in Rio Ariba County.
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Plague is known to “circulate between wildlife” in the western United States, release says.
Erin Phipps, a state public health veterinarian at Nmdoh, commented in a statement that the incident was a reminder of the “severe threats that can pose by this ancient disease.”
“It also underscores the need to take steps to raise awareness of the community and prevent further spread,” she said.
New Mexico’s last human plague incident was documented in 2024 with residents of Lincoln County.
The plague is a bacterial disease in rodents and is generally transmitted to humans Infected flea bitesaccording to Nmdoh.
The disease can also infect humans through direct contact with wildlife and infected animals, including wildlife. Even pets.
Symptoms include fever, chills, headaches, weakness, and “painful swelling of lymph nodes” in areas of the body such as the gro diameter, armpits, and neck.
In cats and dogs, symptoms include swelling of lymph nodes under the jaw, as well as fever, lethargy and loss of appetite.
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The plague can be treated Antibioticswhich can “significantly reduce” the fatality rates for people and pets following “quick diagnosis,” Nmdoh reports.
The best way to prevent plague infection is to avoid diseased and dead rodents and rabbits, clean areas where rodents may nest, and store hay, trees and compost piles far from the home.
Using insect repellents while camping, hiking, or working outdoors can also help prevent exposure to the plague.
For those with pets, it is recommended that Nmdoh have it using the appropriate flea repellent Illness pet It was examined by a veterinarian.
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Unexpected illnesses with sudden, severe fever should be checked out By the doctor.
Fox News Digital reached out to NMDOH for comment.
