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West Africa responds to huge diphtheria outbreaks by targeting unvaccinated populations

Por: WPLG Local 10 Health November 24, 2023

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ABUJA – Authorities in several West African countries are trying to manage their huge diphtheria outbreaks, including in where a top health official said Thursday that millions are being vaccinated to cover wide gaps in immunity against the disease.At least 573 people out of the 11,640 diagnosed with the disease in Nigeria have died since the current outbreak started in December 2022, though officials estimate the toll — now on the decline... + full article



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