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Diphtheria outbreak spreading across Senegal

4 clusters · 12 sources · last updated

Latest: Senegal diphtheria outbreak primarily affects children

The diphtheria outbreak in Senegal has intensified, with the Ministry of Health and Public Hygiene reporting 114 confirmed cases and 11 deaths as of September 20, 2026. The disease has expanded its reach to 12 regions an