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Is the black death still a disease that affects people?
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Yes: Bubonic plague still occurs but thankfully it is infrequent. It is caused by a bacterium called Yersinia pestis, which can be found in some locations in the US. It can be treated with antibiotics.
Answered 5/27/2020
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