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Everything we know about the suspected plague case in Russia so far
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Context
What happened: A 28-year-old technician at an anti-plague laboratory in Siberia, Darya Shipilova, died on October 2 after being hospitalized for pneumonia. Russian officials are trying to calm global concerns.
Key numbers: Shipilova was 28. She died October 2.
Why it matters: No plague outbreak is confirmed, but conflicting reports on how she was infected have given experts pause. WHO requested more information from Russian authorities, and US officials are seeking details.
What changed
A 28-year-old technician at an anti-plague laboratory in Siberia, Darya Shipilova, died on October 2 after being hospitalized for pneumonia. Russian officials are trying to calm global concerns.
Why it matters
No plague outbreak is confirmed, but conflicting reports on how she was infected have given experts pause. WHO requested more information from Russian authorities, and US officials are seeking details.
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Oct 14, 2026 05:33 PM ET