An outbreak of diphtheria has been confirmed in Edo State, resulting in two fatalities.
The State Commissioner for Health, Cyril Oshiomhole, made this known on Tuesday in Benin during an emergency response meeting.
The action follows confirmation from the University of Benin Teaching Hospital of five diphtheria cases, including the two deaths.
The emergency meeting included representatives from WHO, UNICEF, local health bodies, and key partners tackling the unfolding public health…
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