The bubonic plague is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Yersinia pestis. It is primarily transmitted through fleas that infest rats and other small mammals, and it can cause severe illness and high mortality rates if left untreated.
Black Death: The Black Death refers specifically to the bubonic plague pandemic that occurred in Europe during the 14th century, resulting in millions of deaths.
Vector-borne Disease: Vector-borne diseases are illnesses transmitted to humans through vectors like mosquitoes, ticks, or fleas.
Antibiotics: Antibiotics are medications used to treat bacterial infections by killing or inhibiting the growth of bacteria.
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