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world2 days ago•12 min saved

Diphtheria Surge in Australia Sparks Travel Warnings and Vaccination Drive

Australia is battling its worst diphtheria outbreak in decades with more than 230 cases and at least one death, concentrated in the Northern Territory and Western Australia and impacting Aboriginal communities. Authorities designated the outbreak a national significance event, launched a vaccination push with funding, and issued travel warnings for unvaccinated travellers, including UK visitors who should check boosters before travelling. The disease is highly contagious and can be severe, especially in children, if not treated promptly.

via Daily Express|

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health2 years ago•5 min saved

Diphtheria Outbreak Grips West Africa, Red Cross Launches Emergency Appeal

West Africa, particularly Nigeria's northern state of Kano, is facing one of the worst diphtheria outbreaks in recent times, with cases spreading to other countries in the region. The outbreak has resulted in thousands of cases and hundreds of deaths, particularly among children. Medical workers are struggling to treat patients due to a lack of diphtheria anti-toxins and antibiotics. Vaccination coverage is low, with vaccine hesitancy and lack of awareness being major barriers. The World Health Organization and UNICEF have initiated a vaccination campaign, emphasizing the importance of high vaccine uptake to control the outbreak. Lessons have been learned regarding the need for adequate resources and prevention strategies to address future outbreaks.

via CNN|

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