The Bauchi State Primary Health Care Development Agency has assured residents that the diphtheria outbreak in the state is under control, with only sporadic cases being recorded. The assurance comes as schools prepare to reopen for the new academic term on September 14, 2026, amid concerns from parents about the spread of the vaccine-preventable bacterial infection in crowded settings. Executive Chairman Dr. Rilwanu Mohammed stated that the situation is under control, emphasizing that sporadic cases are still being seen.
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