Australia confirms first diphtheria death amid worst outbreak in decades
Most cases are in the Northern Territory with some also in Western Australia, South Australia and Queensland.
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Most cases are in the Northern Territory with some also in Western Australia, South Australia and Queensland.
The Northern Territory reports a decline in diphtheria cases following a vaccination campaign, with one death confirmed as related to the disease.
The diphtheria outbreak in the Northern Territory has spread to Western Australia, Queensland, and South Australia, marking one of Australia's worst outbreaks in decades.
Residents in Yuendumu express frustration over insufficient government communication regarding the diphtheria outbreak.
The first fatality of Australia's diphtheria outbreak has been confirmed, but case rates are declining following a vaccination blitz.
A reported second diphtheria death in central Australia has been denied by health authorities, who state it is unrelated to the disease.
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