Mystery surrounds young worker’s death at Russia lab studying severe diseases
GENEVA (AP) — The World Health Organization remains uncertain about the cause of death of a young worker at a Russian laboratory that studies severe diseases like plague. Initial reports suggest the victim suffered from pneumonic plague, a rare and severe form of pneumonia that can spread from person to person. Recovering from pneumonic plague is possible if detected and treated promptly.
WHO requested further investigation, pending the confirmation of the deceased lab worker's diagnosis. Russian health authorities have conducted over 5,500 tests and found no presence of dangerous pathogens. Meanwhile, WHO referred to "a purported second case," which it previously attributed to two British and Serbian tabloids citing anonymous sources in Russia.
The incident occurred when a worker died after falling off a roof on September 22 while working for Winnipeg-based Pristine Roofing & Siding. The tragic event took place in Rural Municipality of St. Andrews. No further information was released by the provincial spokesperson.
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