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Diphtheria outbreak spreads across multiple Nigerian states

5 clusters · 33 sources · last updated

Latest: Lagos State officials deny widespread diphtheria outbreak

The diphtheria outbreak in Nigeria has expanded to include Zamfara State, where health authorities have reported 39 deaths and 261 suspected cases across 10 Local Government Areas. Gusau has recorded the highest burden w

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Rising diphtheria outbreaks in Nigeria and Senegal

2 clusters · 11 sources · last updated

Latest: West Africa faces rising diphtheria outbreaks in Nigeria and Senegal

In Plateau State, Nigeria, the diphtheria outbreak has intensified, with reported deaths rising to 25 and suspected cases reaching 300. This escalation has maintained the temporary closure of schools in the region. While

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