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A Department of Health New Merxico (NMDOH) reported the first case of a person’s plague in 2025.

Confirmed by New -Mexico Health Officials infectious disease A 43-year-old man from Valencia, who was hospitalized and was discharged from a press release on August 25.

Recently, the man spent time on a hike in Rio Arriba, where officials believe he may have been exposed.

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It is known that the plague is “spreading to the wild” throughout the western US, the issue said.

Erin FPPS, a health veterinarian for NMDOH, commented on the statement that the case is reminiscent of “a serious threat that this ancient disease may present.”

The first 2025 human plague was registered in New Mexico. (Istock)

“It also emphasizes the need for increased awareness of society and taking measures to prevent further distribution,” she said.

The last case of the human plague in New Mexico was recorded in the Lincoln district resident in 2024.

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Plague is a bacterial rodent disease that is usually transmitted to a person through infected fleas bitesAccording to NMDOH.

The disease can also be transmitted to a person through direct contact with infected animals, including wildlife and Even pets.

Plague is a rodent disease that is transmitted to people, usually from insect bites. (Istock)

Symptoms may include fever, chills, headache and weakness, as well as “painful swelling of the lymph nodes” in body, as groin, armpit and neck.

In cats and dogs, the symptoms may include fever, lethargy and loss of appetite, except swelling of the lymph nodes under the jaw.

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The plague can be treated Antibiotics medicationWhat can “significantly reduce” mortality in humans and pets after “prompt diagnosis”, NMDOH reports.

The best ways to prevent plague infection are to avoid patients or dead rodents and rabbits, cleaning of areas where rodents can nest, as well as store hay, wood and compost, far from home.

Human plague is known to spread among the wild throughout the western US, officials warn tourists and vacationers. (Istock)

The use of insects is repelled during camping, hiking and outdoor work can also help prevent the impact of the plague.

For those with pets Sick pets inspected by a veterinarian.

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Any unexpected illness associated with a sudden, strong fever, should check doctor.

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