Diphtheria: Causes and Prevention
Diphtheria is a bacterial infection that is caused by Corynebacterium diphtheriae. If left untreated, it can result in serious complications as it primarily affects the respiratory system. It is important…
Diphtheria outbreak kills 600 in Nigeria
More than 600 people, mostly children, have died of diphtheria in Nigeria since the current outbreak began in December 2022, officials say. With 14,000 suspected cases, this outbreak is far…
