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However, travelers can protect themselves from plague by taking the following precautions New plague vaccines are in development but are not expected to be commercially available in the immediate future.There is no vaccine to prevent plague available in the United States.

Note: A plague vaccine is no longer available in the United States.

Do not allow dogs or cats that roam free in endemic areas to sleep on your bed.

If your pet becomes sick, seek care from a veterinarian as soon as possible.

Animals that roam freely are more likely to come in contact with plague infected animals or fleas and could bring them into homes. Keep fleas off of your pets by applying flea control products.Products containing DEET can be applied to the skin as well as clothing and products containing permethrin can be applied to clothing (always follow instructions on the label). Use repellent if you think you could be exposed to rodent fleas during activities such as camping, hiking, or working outdoors.Contact your local health department if you have questions about disposal of dead animals. Wear gloves if you are handling or skinning potentially infected animals to prevent contact between your skin and the plague bacteria.Make your home and outbuildings rodent-proof. Remove brush, rock piles, junk, cluttered firewood, and possible rodent food supplies, such as pet and wild animal food. Reduce rodent habitat around your home, work place, and recreational areas.