Health experts provide grim diphtheria warning as cases spread to Mid West
Diphtheria has spread to the Mid West of Western Australia, with 135 cases reported in the Kimberley region as of now. Health experts attribute the outbreak to declining vaccination rates, warning that without boosters, the infection could become more widespread. West Australians are urged to check their vaccination status, especially those traveling to affected areas.
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Published 29 Jun 2026, 02:14 UTC · Updated 29 Jun 2026, 07:50 UTC
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