Russia probes a lab worker's death amid plague fears as officials say no outbreak is detected and public health risks remain low.
Dozens quarantined in Siberia after plague institute lab worker dies

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A lab worker in Siberia died, leading to quarantines and health concerns, but authorities say the risk is low.
- A lab worker died in Siberia, causing quarantines and public concern.
- Authorities state the public health risk is low and no new cases have been reported.
- The cause of death is unclear, but no evidence links it to her work.
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