Protect yourself from plague

Plague is an infectious diseases of animals and fleas that can also affect humans. It is caused by the bacterium Yersinia pestis. In the United States, human plague occurs in western states, particularly New Mexico, Colorado, Arizona, and California.Take these steps to reduce your risk of plague:1. Reduce rodent habitat2. Wear gloves3. Use repellent4. Keep fleas off of your petsCS120805What is plague? -- How do people get plague? -- Common forms of plague.2009651