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The WHO seeks more details on the death of a plague research lab employee in Russia

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The WHO is seeking more information on the cause of death, including the patient's medical history, symptoms, and laboratory tests, to investigate the death of a plague research lab employee in Russia. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of plague research in the country.

Key points

  • The WHO is investigating the death of a plague research lab employee in Russia.: The WHO is investigating the death of a plague research lab employee in Russia.
  • The incident has raised concerns about the safety of plague research in the country.: The incident has raised concerns about the safety of plague research in the country.
  • The WHO is seeking more information on the cause of death and safety protocols.: The WHO is seeking more information on the cause of death and safety protocols.

Russia says there's no health emergency after a death at plague research institute

The World Health Organization says it wants more information on what caused the death of an employee at a Russian plague research lab. Russia says the woman died of pneumonia of unknown origin.

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