The vaccine that prevents this "ancient" disease is freely available. Experts say its resurgence is alarming.

One person is believed to have died from diphtheria in the Northern Territory, in what would be the first fatal case of the infectious disease in almost a decade.

The vaccine that prevents this "ancient" disease is freely available. Experts say its resurgence is alarming.

Health minister Mark Butler says vaccines are being rushed into NT communities, with one suspected death

Health Minister Mark Butler says he is finalising details on a support package to promote diphtheria vaccination in affected areas.

Australia’s worst diphtheria outbreak in decades has triggered vaccine warnings as cases rise in WA and NT.

Diphtheria, in its respiratory form, produces a severe toxin which damages the heart, nerves and kidneys.

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Mehr als 220 Infizierte, ein möglicher Todesfall: Ein fast vergessenes Bakterium alarmiert Australiens Gesundheitsbehörden. Warum grassiert die Diphtherie vor allem in indigenen…

In Australien haben sich 220 Menschen mit Diphtherie infiziert – der größte Ausbruch seit Jahrzehnten. Die Krankheit galt in Australien lange als nahezu ausgerottet.

Health authorities say almost all cases involve Indigenous Australians

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These diseases were considered rare in Australia, having no recorded outbreaks for decades — until now.

The federal government has urged people - particularly adults - to get vaccinated against diphtheria, as the outbreak spreads across the NT and WA.

The ongoing spread of diphtheria in remote parts of Australia is a key priority at this year's first meeting of the Joint Council on Closing the Gap.

Health experts are warning that misinformation around Australia's diphtheria outbreak is fuelling fear, confusion and distrust.