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Diphtheria: Jos North steps up surveillance as Plateau intensifies response

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  • Jos North is increasing surveillance amid reported diphtheria cases.
  • Health authorities recorded 117 suspected cases and 15 deaths as of Sept. 1.

Jos North is stepping up diphtheria surveillance as Plateau intensifies its response to reported cases.

Health authorities had recorded 117 suspected cases and 15 deaths as of Sept. 1.

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