Diphtheria outbreak spreads across Western Australia, Queensland, and South Australia, raising health concerns
TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 19, 2026, 11:17 (IST)
Diphtheria, a disease long considered history, is resurfacing in Australia, with cases concentrated in the Northern Territory and Western Australia. Genomic links reveal a single cluster spreading across states. While skin infections are common, dangerous respiratory diphtheria also poses a threat. Vaccination remains the primary defense against this preventable illness.