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Australia confirms first diphtheria death amid worst outbreak in decades

Australia confirms first diphtheria death amid worst outbreak in decades
BBC Health Extra Tuesday 26 May 2026, 07:09 UTC 1 min read
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Most cases are in the Northern Territory with some also in Western Australia, South Australia and Queensland.

Most cases are in the Northern Territory with some also in Western Australia, South Australia and Queensland.
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