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Diphtheria outbreak spreading across Senegal

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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 and 31 health districts. Kédougou remains the most heavily impacted area with 33 recorded cases. cases, accounting for nearly 29% of the national total. Other significant clusters areas include Louga with 16 cases, (16 cases), Dakar with 15, (15), Diourbel with 13, (13), and Thiès with 12. The (12). New data indicates the outbreak continues is primarily affecting children, specifically those aged 5 to affect Matam, Kaolack, Tambacounda, Kolda, Saint-Louis, Ziguinchor, 14, who account for 54.4% of infections. Those aged 15 and Fatick. In older represent 28.1% of cases. The crisis was initially signaled by a series of deaths among children under five at the Louga region, Governor Ndèye Nguénar Mbodji confirmed 16 cases Amath Dansokho Regional Hospital. Dr. Jean-Pierre Diallo, the diphtheria incident manager at the Ministry of Health, noted that while the national vaccination rate is approximately 80%, this figure masks significant disparities. Vulnerable populations include “zero dose” children and one death. those with incomplete vaccination schedules, particularly in rural and border areas. In response to the growing crisis, response, local authorities are strengthening surveillance, awareness measures, awareness, and vaccination efforts. Health officials continue to urge the population to follow the Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI) schedules and to seek immediate medical attention if for symptoms such as fever, sore throat, difficulty swallowing, or the appearance of grayish membranes in the throat occur. throat.

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  1. 2026-09-24 21:59 UTC Diphtheria outbreak spreading across Senegal
  2. 2026-09-22 10:06 UTC Diphtheria outbreak spreading across Senegal
  3. 2026-09-17 21:46 UTC Diphtheria outbreak spreading across Senegal
  4. 2026-09-13 07:02 UTC Diphtheria outbreak in Senegal

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