Russian lab worker dies after reported accident at plague research centre
UKPulse Health Desk
A lab worker in eastern Russia has died after falling ill at a plague research centre, leading to speculation about a possible plague infection.
- Darya Shipilova, 28, died after falling ill at a plague research centre in eastern Russia.
- Russia’s health watchdog stated the cause of death was 'pneumonia of unknown aetiology'.
- Several hospitals in the region are reportedly under quarantine.
A lab worker, Darya Shipilova, 28, has died in eastern Russia after falling ill at a plague research centre following a reported accident. Russia’s health watchdog has attributed her death to 'pneumonia of unknown aetiology'.
There is speculation regarding a possible plague infection. Several hospitals in the area are reportedly under quarantine.