Australia diphtheria outbreak spreads across multiple states and territories amid misinformation
A diphtheria outbreak has spread across multiple states and territories in Australia, with one death in the Northern Territory so far likely caused by the disease. The bacterial infection is also being accompanied by false claims online about its causes and vaccines. Public-health experts are urging people to check whether they are due for a booster shot.The outbreak was reported on 20 May 2026 and is described as affecting more than one jurisdiction, although no full case count was provided in the supplied material. The death in the Northern Territory has not been definitively confirmed as caused by diphtheria, but... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 May 2026 06:01 LONDON
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DR Congo restores Ebola treatment centres as suspected death toll rises
Health workers in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are restoring Ebola treatment centres as authorities try to contain a rapidly spreading outbreak. The effort comes as the suspected death toll has risen to more than 130, with over 500 suspected cases reported. The centres are being brought back into use while officials respond to the widening health emergency.The confirmed figures in the supplied material point to a serious and fast-moving outbreak. The latest update says the outbreak has caused more than 130 suspected deaths and over 500 suspected cases. The response described is centred on restoring Ebola treatment centres,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 May 2026 20:34 LONDON
