Of the 3,036 confirmed cases of #diphtheria recorded so far in 2024, most of the cases occurred among children aged 1 - 14 years, with those aged 5-14 years bearing most of the brunt of the disease.

Parents and caregivers should ensure that their children/ward are fully vaccinated against #diphtheria.

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