Dozens Quarantined After Russian Plague Lab Worker Dies

Dozens of people have been quarantined after a 28-year-old Russian laboratory worker at an institute dedicated to studying the plague and other infectious diseases died of an undisclosed illness. The incident has raised concerns about a potential outbreak and the safety protocols at such facilities. CNN’s Fred Pleitgen reports on the quarantine measures and the investigation into the worker’s death. Health officials are monitoring those who had contact with the victim, and the institute has been temporarily closed. The World Health Organization is reportedly in contact with Russian authorities. The report examines the risks associated with research on dangerous pathogens and the importance of biosafety. It also provides the latest information on the situation, including any symptoms observed and the response from international health agencies.