Russia Denies Reports of Second Plague Case
The Russian government has dismissed recent reports claiming the existence of a second case of pneumonic plague in the country as "false information," according to an official statement. The denial comes amidst concerns raised by a senior official from the World Health Organization (WHO).
WHO Official's Urge for More Information
A senior WHO official has urged the Russian authorities to provide more details regarding the suspected pneumonic plague cases. The official expressed concerns over the lack of transparency surrounding the situation, particularly as the disease can spread rapidly and pose a significant public health threat.
</body> </html><small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>