Home / HealthHealthThe PunchHealthThe Punch·Sep 15, 2026·1 min readWhy fully vaccinated children can still get diphtheria — PaediatriciansPaediatricians explain why fully vaccinated children can still get diphtheria, citing waning immunity and the need for booster doses to prevent infection. Read More…View original source — The Punch ↗ShareCopy linkShare on XShare on FacebookRelated storiesWorldPortugal ResidentWorldSep 9, 2026 · 1 minGovernment says children need two vaccines to enrol in school — but do they?Portugal ResidentHealthThe PunchHealthSep 5, 2026 · 1 minLow vaccination rates behind diphtheria resurgence, not rainy season — ExpertThe PunchHealthAllAfricaHealthSep 7, 2026 · 1 minSouth Africa: Vaccinate Your Children to Prevent DiseasesAllAfricaHealthDaily TrustHealthSep 10, 2026 · 1 minThings You Need To Know About Diphtheria – And How To Prevent ItDaily Trust
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