Expert attributes Nigeria’s diphtheria outbreak to low vaccination rates

A public health expert states that Nigeria's recent diphtheria resurgence is driven by incomplete immunisation coverage rather than seasonal weather patterns.

5 Sept, 12:17 — 5 Sept, 12:17

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Low vaccination rates behind diphtheria resurgence, not rainy season — Expert

Public health expert, Dr. Isaac Egboja, attributes Nigeria’s diphtheria outbreak to low vaccination rates and incomplete immunisation, not the rainy season Read More: https://punchng.com/low-vaccination-rates-behind-diphtheria-resurgence-not-rainy-season-expert/

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Expert attributes Nigeria’s diphtheria outbreak to low vaccination rates

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