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Russian Lab Worker Dies After Squirrels
A Russian lab worker died of pneumonia after reportedly handling plague-infested squirrels.
In brief
A Russian lab worker died of pneumonia after reportedly handling plague-infested squirrels. Daria Shipilova, a 28-year-old Russian lab technician, died of pneumonic plague after working with infected squirrels in Buryatia, sparking quarantine and fears of outbreak. Originally reported by LADbible.
Daria Shipilova
Daria Shipilova, a 28-year-old Russian lab technician, died of pneumonia after working with plague-infested squirrels in Buryatia.
Co-workers' Claim
Co-workers say Daria became ill after a trip to Buryatia where she handled plague-infested squirrels.
Mother's Refutation
Daria’s mother, a doctor, refuted claims she broke a test tube, calling it impossible for someone with proper protection.
Epidemiologist's View
Epidemiologist Mikhal Favorov called the broken test tube story laughable, stating infection risk is very low for lab workers.
Mother's Complaint
Daria’s mother accused doctors of failing to save her daughter after she was placed on a ventilator.
Quarantine Measures
Over 200 people in contact with Daria were quarantined as hospitals and colleges went into lockdown.
UKHSA Response
UKHSA is investigating reports and seeking information through international health regulations to verify the situation.
The one thing
Daria Shipilova, a 28-year-old Russian lab technician, died of pneumonic plague after working with infected squirrels in Buryatia, sparking quarantine and fears of outbreak.
