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Diphtheria outbreak kills 31 in Nigeria’s Plateau State

A diphtheria outbreak in Nigeria's Plateau State has killed 31 people, according to local reports. Health authorities are facing renewed concern over diphtheria in Nigeria, where past outbreaks have strained vaccination coverage and treatment capacity. Attention is focused on containment efforts and how quickly affected communities can be reached with vaccines and medical support.

Why now: The reported deaths have raised fresh concern about disease outbreaks and public health readiness in Nigeria.

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