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Plague (Yersinia pestis)

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Plague (Pestis)
ICD-9 020; ICD-10 A20

Plague is a disease caused by microorganisms (germs) called bacteria. It is usually passed between rabbits and rodents, such as rats, mice, prairie dogs, and squirrels, by the bite of an infected flea. The disease can be passed to people and cats by flea bites. People and cats can also get plague by coming in contact with animals that have plague or have died from the disease.

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Department of State Health Services
Zoonosis Control Branch
PO BOX 149347 - Mail Code: 1956
Austin , TX 78714-9347
United States

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Department of State Health Services
Zoonosis Control Branch
1100 W. 49th Street, Suite T-502
Austin , TX 78756-3199
United States