Keywords: Diphtheria


Diphtheria Returns to Morocco After Decades as Health Authorities Strengthen Vaccination Efforts

Morocco is facing renewed concerns over diphtheria following the detection of cases in 2026, prompting health authorities to reinforce epidemiological surveillance and encourage families to verify their children's vaccination records. The development has brought renewed attention to the importance......

Senegal reports 248 confirmed diphtheria cases and 11 deaths

Senegal has recorded 248 confirmed cases of diphtheria and 11 deaths since the beginning of an outbreak, according to the latest figures released by the country’s Ministry of Health and Public Hygiene. The data covers the period through October 4, 2026. The cases have been identified across 51......

Morocco steps up diphtheria vaccination campaign in Chtouka-Aït Baha

Health authorities in Morocco’s Chtouka-Aït Baha province have intensified preventive measures following the identification of a limited family cluster of diphtheria, with vaccination and public awareness efforts being expanded across the area. The provincial Vigilance and Monitoring Committee......

Diphtheria in Morocco: Two Family Clusters Detected in Souss-Massa as Eight Cases Remain Under Investigation

Two limited family clusters of diphtheria have been identified in Morocco’s Souss-Massa region, prompting an epidemiological response by health authorities. The Ministry of Health and Social Protection said on September 28 that one infection has been laboratory-confirmed, while eight additional......

Epidemic Crisis: Malaria and Diphtheria Surge in Southeastern Algeria

Algerian authorities have declared extensive areas in the southeast of the country as “epidemic hotspots,” categorizing them as disaster zones due to a significant outbreak of malaria and diphtheria. Reports indicate that the situation has escalated to alarming levels, with daily mortality......