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  1. The World Health Organization reported on the situation in Nigeria, noting diphtheria deaths and the involvement of affected local government areas in Kano.
  2. Both Kano and Plateau states reported high diphtheria death tolls on September 3, 2026.
  3. A diphtheria outbreak is underway in Jos North, involving patients hospitalized at Jos University Teaching Hospital.

Plateau State reported high diphtheria cases on September 9th, indicating an ongoing outbreak.

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Plateau State reported high diphtheria cases on September 9th, indicating an ongoing outbreak.

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  1. MSF is providing medical treatment in Nigeria amidst the ongoing diphtheria outbreak reported by NCDC.1 source
  2. High diphtheria cases reported in Plateau State, Nigeria.1 source

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A diphtheria outbreak is underway in Jos North, involving patients hospitalized at Jos University Teaching Hospital. All 2 developments

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