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Australian Federal Health Minister Mark Butler, NT Health
Australia
May 19, 2026
Verified: May 19, 2026
"A diphtheria outbreak has spread from the Northern Territory to Western Australia, Queensland, and South Australia. 145 cases reported in the NT and 75 in WA since the start of the year. Experts attribute the resurgence to declining vaccination rates and overcrowded housing."
Author: Steven Johnson
This book provides a profound historical perspective on how infectious diseases spread in urban environments and the critical role of public health infrastructure, which is essential for understanding the current resurgence of vaccine-preventable diseases like diphtheria.
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