Plague is a disease that affects humans and other mammals. Humans usually become infected after being bitten by an infected flea from an animal such as a rodent or even household pets (dogs or cats). Humans can also become infected when handling contaminated fluid or tissue from an animal such as when Hunters skin an infected rabbit or other animal without using proper precautions.
Reporting
For information on how to report a disease click here. For any questions, please contact the appropriate health authority by phone or review the website for additional information.
Carson City, Douglas and Lyon Counties
Carson City Health & Human Services (CCHHS)
(775) 887-2190
Website
Clark County
Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD)
(702) 759-1300
Website
Washoe County
Washoe County Health District (WCHD)
(775) 328-2447
Website
All Other Counties
Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health (DPBH)
(775) 400-0333
Website