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What is Diphtheria? Diphtheria is a serious bacterial infection caused by toxin-producing Corynebacterium diphtheriae that affects the nose, throat, and sometimes, skin of an individual. Children and Adults who are partially or not vaccinated are at risk, and it easily spreads, by direct contact. To reduce the risk of infection, parents should ensure that their children are fully vaccinated against diphtheria with three (3) doses of the pentavalent vaccine as recommended in the Nigeria Childhood immunisation schedule. If you see any sign or symptom suggestive of diphtheria promptly present to a healthcare facility and or treatment centres for diagnosis and prompt notification of local public health authorities, NCDC, and NPHCDA. Healthcare workers should be vigilant and look out for symptoms of diphtheria, and notify the local government area (LGA), state disease surveillance officer (DSNO), or the NCDC through our toll-free line (6232) Close contacts with a confirmed case of diphtheria should be closely monitored given antibiotic prophylaxis and started on diphtheria antitoxin treatment when indicated. All healthcare workers (doctors, nurses, laboratory scientists, support staff, etc.) with a high level of exposure to cases of diphtheria should be vaccinated against diphtheria.

What is Diphtheria? Diphtheria is a serious bacterial infection caused by toxin-producing Corynebacterium diphtheriae that affects the nose, throat, and sometimes, skin of an individual. Children and Adults who are partially or not vaccinated are at risk, and it easily spreads, by direct contact. To reduce the risk of infection, parents should ensure that their children are fully vaccinated against diphtheria with three (3) doses of the pentavalent vaccine as recommended in the Nigeria Childhood immunisation schedule. If you see any sign or symptom suggestive of diphtheria promptly present to a healthcare facility and or treatment centres for diagnosis and prompt notification of local public health authorities, NCDC, and NPHCDA. Healthcare workers should be vigilant and look out for symptoms of diphtheria, and notify the local government area (LGA), state disease surveillance officer (DSNO), or the NCDC through our toll-free line (6232) Close contacts with a confirmed case of diphtheria should be closely monitored given antibiotic prophylaxis and started on diphtheria antitoxin treatment when indicated. All healthcare workers (doctors, nurses, laboratory scientists, support staff, etc.) with a high level of exposure to cases of diphtheria should be vaccinated against diphtheria.

What is Diphtheria? Diphtheria is a serious bacterial infection caused by toxin-producing Corynebacterium diphtheriae that affects the nose, throat, and sometimes, skin of an individual. Children and Adults who are partially or not vaccinated are at risk, and it easily spreads, by direct contact. To reduce the risk of infection, parents should ensure that their children are fully vaccinated against diphtheria with three (3) doses of the pentavalent vaccine as recommended in the Nigeria Childhood immunisation schedule. If you see any sign or symptom suggestive of diphtheria promptly present to a healthcare facility and or treatment centres for diagnosis and prompt notification of local public health authorities, NCDC, and NPHCDA. Healthcare workers should be vigilant and look out for symptoms of diphtheria, and notify the local government area (LGA), state disease surveillance officer (DSNO), or the NCDC through our toll-free line (6232) Close contacts with a confirmed case of diphtheria should be closely monitored given antibiotic prophylaxis and started on diphtheria antitoxin treatment when indicated. All healthcare workers (doctors, nurses, laboratory scientists, support staff, etc.) with a high level of exposure to cases of diphtheria should be vaccinated against diphtheria.

What is Diphtheria? Diphtheria is a serious bacterial infection caused by toxin-producing Corynebacterium diphtheriae that affects the nose, throat, and sometimes, skin of an individual. Children and Adults who are partially or not vaccinated are at risk, and it easily spreads, by direct contact. To reduce the risk of infection, parents should ensure that their children are fully vaccinated against diphtheria with three (3) doses of the pentavalent vaccine as recommended in the Nigeria Childhood immunisation schedule. If you see any sign or symptom suggestive of diphtheria promptly present to a healthcare facility and or treatment centres for diagnosis and prompt notification of local public health authorities, NCDC, and NPHCDA. Healthcare workers should be vigilant and look out for symptoms of diphtheria, and notify the local government area (LGA), state disease surveillance officer (DSNO), or the NCDC through our toll-free line (6232) Close contacts with a confirmed case of diphtheria should be closely monitored given antibiotic prophylaxis and started on diphtheria antitoxin treatment when indicated. All healthcare workers (doctors, nurses, laboratory scientists, support staff, etc.) with a high level of exposure to cases of diphtheria should be vaccinated against diphtheria.