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Diphtheria Updates in Souss-Massa
The article discusses the monitoring by the Ministry of Health and Social Protection of the outbreak of two family clusters of diphtheria in the Akadír Idawetnan district and the Shtouka Aït Baha province in the Souss-Massa region. The ministry confirmed the presence of one laboratory-confirmed case and nine suspected cases under investigation, including two deaths, most of them among children who had not received or completed their vaccination doses. The article explains the causes and symptoms, noting that diphtheria is a contagious bacterial disease that attacks the respiratory system and causes the formation of a thick membrane, which can lead to serious complications and organ failure. The World Health Organization emphasized that primary prevention is through vaccination, highlighting the importance of early detection and treatment to reduce risks. The measures focus on strengthening vaccination programs and health vigilance, especially in the affected areas, to limit the spread of the disease.
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