What Was the Black Plague?
8. Prevention
If you are in an area where the bubonic plague is present then it can be very difficult to protect yourself. However, taking certain precautions can help to significantly move the odds in your favour. One of these is to wear protective gloves when handling animals that might be infected.
Using insect repellent may also help by preventing bites from fleas that might be infected. It is also a good idea to help ensure your pets are free from fleas, and try to remove long grass around the home where fleas are likely to be found. You should also try and keep the house clean of food that might attract rodents, and try to remove any potential nesting sites.
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