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Australia’s Biggest Diphtheria Outbreak in Decades Exposes Gaps in Vaccination and Rural Care
Australia has recorded 230 diphtheria cases and one related death this year, with most infections concentrated in remote Indigenous communities where booster uptake and access to care appear to be weak points.
Key Takeaways
- Australia has recorded 230 diphtheria cases and one related adult death this year.
- Most cases are in remote Indigenous communities in the Northern Territory and Western Australia.
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DT Editorial Team··via newscientist.com