There's a Plague Outbreak in Madagascar. Here's What You Should Know

The country of Madagascar has been hit with a plague that has spread quickly, infecting nearly 2,000 people. The plague is a deadly disease spread largely by flea bites, but today can be treated effectively. Here's what you should know about the latest outbreak. What is the plague? The plague is a bacterial infection that is typically spread via flea bites. Symptoms can range from fevers to tender lymph nodes.