An Epidemic in the Making: The Urgent Need to Address the Diphtheria Outbreak in Nigeria https://doi.org/10.60787/NMJ-64-1-191

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Victor Abiola Adepoju
Jhpiego, an affiliate of John Hopkins University

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Epidemic, Diptheria, Outbreak Response, Nigeria

Abstract

An outbreak of diphtheria in Nigeria, specifically in the state of Kano, has been reported by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC). The death toll has reached 34, with Kano State alone recording 25 deaths and 100 total cases. This outbreak serves as a reminder of the significance of vaccination and appropriate disease management. Immediate action must be taken to address underlying factors and prevent future outbreaks.


 


 
 
 
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May 5, 2023
DOI https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.191

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Adepoju, V. A. (2023). An Epidemic in the Making: The Urgent Need to Address the Diphtheria Outbreak in Nigeria: https://doi.org/10.60787/NMJ-64-1-191. Nigerian Medical Journal, 64(1), 1–3. https://doi.org/10.60787/nmj.v64i1.191
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Vol. 64 No. 1 (2023): January to February
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Letter to the Editor
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