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Australia confirms first diphtheria death amid worst outbreak in decades
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Australia confirms first diphtheria death amid worst outbreak in decades

BBC World · May 26, 2026, 7:09 AM · Also reported by 3 other sources

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Most cases are in the Northern Territory with some also in Western Australia, South Australia and Queensland.

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