Health Ministry reports diphtheria case in Souss-Massa
The Ministry of Health and Social Protection announced the detection of two limited family outbreaks of diphtheria in the Akadír Iddou Tanane municipality and the Shtouka Aït Baha province in the Souss-Massa region. The cases include one laboratory-confirmed case and eight others under investigation, with two fatalities. The ministry confirmed that some of the affected children had not received or had not completed their vaccinations against the disease, which spreads through respiratory droplets and poses health risks. It emphasized the importance of checking vaccination records and seeking medical attention at health facilities upon the appearance of symptoms. Additionally, response teams continue their investigations, trace contacts, and provide preventive treatment and vaccinations to ensure the situation is brought under control.
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