Diphtheria

usgb/dɪfˈθɪriə,dɪpˈθɪriə/
noun

A serious and contagious disease caused by bacteria that affects the throat and can harm the heart, nerves, and other parts of the body.

Children are often vaccinated against diseases such as diphtheria, whooping cough, and tetanus.
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Severity

Diphtheria is described as a serious illness to highlight its potential danger to health.

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The resurgence of diphtheria in some regions poses a severe public health challenge.
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Contagious Nature

Emphasize that diphtheria can spread quickly from person to person.

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Due to diphtheria's contagious nature, unvaccinated communities are at high risk.
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Vaccination

Understanding that vaccination can prevent diphtheria is critical in discussions about public health.

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To protect children from diphtheria, doctors recommend the DTaP vaccine.
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