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Retrospective study of diphtheria outbreak, Kano state, Nigeria 2023-2024

Polonsky J
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Retrospective study of diphtheria outbreak, Kano state, Nigeria 2023-2024 | Conference Material / Abstract | MSF Science Portal
Summary Points

A diphtheria outbreak in Kano, Nigeria, caused high mortality. Early care-seeking reduced deaths, while home-based care for mild cases reduced pressure on resources and was effective.

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Nigeria

Subject Area

diphtheriaoutbreaksmortality

Languages

English
Published Date
04 Jun 2025
Conference
Epicentre Scientific Day 2025
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Epicentre Scientific Days - Outbreak session
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