California resident contracts plague, likely from infected flea bite during Lake Tahoe camping trip: officials
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A California camper tested positive for the plague from a suspected infected flea bite in the South Lake Tahoe area and is recovering at home under medical supervision, officials confirm.
Greg Wehner is a breaking news reporter for Fox News Digital.
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) notified local officials of the case, prompting an investigation. Story tips and ideas can be sent to Greg.Wehner@Fox.com and on Twitter @GregWehner.
"It’s believed that the person may have been bitten by an infected flea while camping in the South Lake Tahoe area. Health officials are investigating the situation," the county said in a news release.
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