A laboratory worker's death at an anti-plague research institute has sparked international concern. The worker's death has led to preventative measures being taken, which are now being wound down. Medical monitoring has been completed for most of the worker's contacts, with no dangerous pathogens found.

The World Health Organization is seeking more information about the incident. The health watchdog has stated that there is no risk of an epidemic.

Further details about the incident and the response to it are available from the source, including information about the laboratory and the measures taken to address the situation.