Diphtheria, a contagious and potentially life-threatening disease, is caused by the pathogenic bacterium Corynebacterium diphtheriae (C. diphtheriae). The bacterial infection is vaccine-preventable.

Toxic Corynebacterium diphtheriae (C. diphtheriae) was found in 40 people across the country from January 1, 2024, to January 15, 2025, said the organisation. Additionally, 20 people tested ...