Diphtheria diagnosis on return home to Scotland

20 November 2019

Details are lacking, but news sources have reported on two (related) overseas travellers who were diagnosed with diphtheria on their return to the Lothian region of SE Scotland; they are receiving treatment in an Edinburgh hospital. Health officials have reminded parents to ensure children have up-to-date routine vaccinations, which provide protection against diphtheria, and for travellers to seek information on disease risks at their destination. Read more.

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