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Panic has ensued in Madagascar where a recent outbreak of the plague
has claimed the lives of at least 24 people. Prime Minister Olivier
Mahafaly Solonandrasana has announced a ban on all public gatherings and
demonstrations in effect until the outbreak can be contained.
The plague is a deadly disease caused by the Yersinia pestis
bacteria. It usually begins as the bubonic plague, which is spread from
small mammals (such as rats) and fleas to humans. If detected early,
the bubonic plague can generally be treated and controlled with
antibiotics and proper environmental measures.
However, half of all
reported cases in Madagascar are the pneumonic plague –- the deadliest
form of the disease.
The pneumonic plague is transmitted person to person. Since this form
of the plague is airborne, it spreads extremely rapidly and can have
catastrophic consequences. Those who contract the pneumonic plague must
be treated immediately as it can be fatal within less than 24 hours of onset.
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