„Moartea Neagră” nu a dispărut. Primele simptome ale ciumei și cât de periculoasă mai este boala astăzi • Newsweek România

The plague, caused by Yersinia pestis, still exists today and can manifest in three main forms: bubonic, septicemic, and pneumonic. Recent concerns arose after the death of a researcher in Siberia, suspected to be linked to the plague, although this has not been confirmed. Symptoms typically appear within one to seven days and can resemble severe flu. The pneumonic form is particularly dangerous as it spreads through respiratory droplets. Prompt antibiotic treatment is crucial for survival, with options including gentamicin and doxycycline. Historical records show that plague outbreaks occurred in Iași over two centuries ago, highlighting the disease's long-standing presence.