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Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo discusses Marco Rubio's speech in Greece and analyzes growing concerns over a suspected plague outbreak in Russia. #fox #media #breakingnews #us #usa #new #news #breaking #foxnews #mikepompeo #pompeo #marcorubio #rubio #greece #russia #plague #outbreak #infectiousdisease #publichealth #foreignpolicy #diplomacy #statedepartment #nationalsecurity #globalhealth #internationalnews #worldnews Don’t just watch Fox News—be part of it. Become a Fox News Patriot today. https://youtube.com/foxnews/join

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What recent domestic example of a pneumonic plague case is cited in the report?
The report notes that pneumonic plague cases are rare but have occurred in the U.S. recently. Last year, the CDC launched a pneumonic plague investigation in Arizona after a young adult male died following exposure to two ill cats. During that investigation, officials identified 46 potentially exposed individuals who were administered antibiotics.
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From related AXIOS (Caitlin Owens): Missing details keep U.S. plague response on hold
What is the historical context regarding Russia's involvement with plague bacteria and biological weapons?
A 2024 State Department assessment concluded that Russia maintains an offensive biowarfare program, having absorbed and evolved the old Soviet program. Furthermore, the CDC stated that during the 1970s and 1980s, the Soviet Union manufactured large quantities of antibiotic-resistant Y. pestis (the bacteria that causes plague) to be dispersed as a bioweapon. While the specific institute involved in the recent incident was part of an anti-plague network for surveillance, it also developed vaccines and diagnostics for pathogens modified by the military.
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From related AXIOS (Caitlin Owens): Missing details keep U.S. plague response on hold
What specific actions would the U.S. government take if a formal plague response were required?
According to David Mansdoerfer, a former health official from the first Trump administration, the government's "playbook" includes several steps: the State Department would issue a travel advisory, the government would contact U.S. citizens in the affected area with guidance, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) would issue a travel health notice. Furthermore, Customs and Border Protection would implement "ill traveler rules," which can include stopping high-risk individuals from boarding flights or flagging health officials at ports of entry.
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From related AXIOS (Caitlin Owens): Missing details keep U.S. plague response on hold
What potential risks have experts identified regarding the specific strain of plague involved in the Russian incident?
Experts have noted that if the worker died from pneumonic plague, there is a possibility it could be a genetically altered version that behaves differently than treatable strains. This concern is linked to the prevalence of "gain-of-function" research and Russia's known history of developing biological weapons. Additionally, there is a concern that the strain might be resistant to standard antibiotics, despite the fact that the U.S. maintains substantial government stockpiles of such medications.
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What is the medical nature of the plague as described by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, plague is a potentially life-threatening bacterial disease, but it can be cured with antibiotics if it is treated promptly.
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From related AXIOS (Alex Isenstadt): Scoop: White House monitors suspected plague outbreak in Russia
Has the Russian public health agency officially confirmed that Daria Shipilova contracted the plague?
No, Russian health authorities have not confirmed a plague diagnosis. The public health agency stated that Shipilova had "pneumonia of unknown etiology" and that further testing found no microorganisms linked to her work, describing the epidemiological situation in the region as stable.
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What precautionary measures did Russian authorities take following the death of Daria Shipilova?
Russian health authorities imposed quarantines at several medical facilities in the Irkutsk region and placed nearly 200 people who had come into contact with Shipilova under medical observation. Irkutsk Governor Igor Kobzev reported that those being monitored showed no signs of illness and tested negative.
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From related AXIOS (Alex Isenstadt): Scoop: White House monitors suspected plague outbreak in Russia
Who was the individual involved in the suspected plague incident in Russia's Irkutsk region, and what happened to her?
Daria Shipilova, a 28-year-old woman who worked at an anti-plague research institute in Russia's Irkutsk region, reportedly broke a test tube containing the pneumonic plague pathogen on September 25. She was admitted to a hospital on September 29 with symptoms of severe pneumonia and died overnight between October 1 and October 2.
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What is the current status of the threat to the United States regarding the Russian plague reports?
As of the reports on Tuesday, the CDC stated there is no indication of a broader threat to the United States. However, the CDC and its interagency partners are prepared and continue to monitor the situation closely as additional information becomes available.
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From related AXIOS (Herb Scribner): CDC: Monitoring Russian plague risk, "prepared" for any threat
What are the characteristics of pneumonic plague according to the CDC?
The CDC describes pneumonic plague as a dangerous bacterial disease that is the most dangerous form of plague and is almost always fatal if left untreated. It can be treated with antibiotics, especially when caught early. The disease can spread between people through respiratory droplets during close contact, making rapid identification, treatment of infected individuals, and monitoring of exposed individuals critical for safety.
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How has the U.S. government responded to the reports of a suspected pneumonic plague case in Russia?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is monitoring the situation and working across the U.S. government to assess developments, stating they are prepared for any threat. President Trump announced he scheduled a call with Russian leader Vladimir Putin to discuss the case and stated the U.S. would help Russia as much as possible. Additionally, the Department of Health and Human Services and the State Department are monitoring the situation, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio called on Russia to share more information with the world.
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From related AXIOS (Herb Scribner): CDC: Monitoring Russian plague risk, "prepared" for any threat
What specific event in Russia led to the CDC monitoring a potential pneumonic plague threat?
The situation involves the death of Darya Shipilova, a worker at the Research Anti-Plague Institute of Siberia. Reports indicate she may have been exposed to plague bacteria while working at the institute. While Russian authorities stated that testing did not link her death to plague or specific pathogens, at least five hospitals in the area remain in quarantine, and nearly 200 people who had contact with her have been placed under medical observation as a precaution.
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