A worst-case scenario in a country without #vaccines

The Horrors That Could Lie Ahead if Vaccines Vanish
Researchers at Stanford University modeled how many people could die or be disabled in 25 years if vaccines for #polio, #measles, #rubella or #diphtheria were no longer available.
When immunization rates drop plagues from the past can come roaring back, as measles has in American communities where parents decided not to vaccinate their children.
https://projects.propublica.org/childhood-vaccines-deaths-modeling/

The Horrors That Could Lie Ahead if Vaccines Vanish

Researchers at Stanford University modeled how many people could die or be disabled in 25 years if vaccines for polio, measles, rubella or diphtheria were no longer available.

ProPublica
Rapid #risk #assessment, acute event of potential public health concern: #Diphtheria, #Africa Region (#WHO, March 20 '26), https://etidiohnew.blogspot.com/2026/03/rapid-risk-assessment-acute-event-of_20.html
Rapid #risk #assessment, acute event of potential public health concern: #Diphtheria, #Africa Region (#WHO, March 20 '26)

Africa: Members States Renew Commitments On Diphtheria Response Across Africa: [WHO-AFRO] Brazzaville -- As diphtheria continues to threaten lives across eight Member States in Africa, Ministers of Health have renewed their political commitment to halt the resurgence of this vaccine-preventable disease. http://newsfeed.facilit8.network/TPsfqT #Diphtheria #PublicHealth #VaccinesSaveLives #AfricaHealth #HealthCommitment

All the hard work and progress in public health in the last century is being wiped out by these stupid anti-vaxxers! They haven't seen the havoc and suffering brought on by such highly communicable deadly diseases, for which we have readily available prevention. The harm being done by these brain-dead antisocial elements is criminal.

https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/surging-measles-cases-fire-alarm-103000471.html

#public #health #vaccines #measles #diphtheria #polio

#Diphtheria - #Africa Region (#WHO, D.O.N., Nov. 21 '25), https://etidiohnew.blogspot.com/2025/11/diphtheria-africa-region-who-don-nov-21.html

{In recent weeks} In addition, high #CFRs (up to 24%) have been reported across all affected countries.

#Diphtheria - #Africa Region (#WHO, D.O.N., Nov. 21 '25)

Parent’s Guide to Diphtheria & Tetanus: Prevention, Symptoms, and Care
Protect your child! A complete guide for parents on Diphtheria and Tetanus, covering prevention, early symptoms, and essential care tips. Stay informed and ensure their safety.
https://buymeacoffee.com/mrmedonlinepharmacy/parent-guide-diphtheria-tetanus-prevention-symptoms-care

#Diphtheria #Tetanus #ChildHealth #VaccineAwareness #ParentingGuide

I think countries should require transmittable disease tests from all travellers coming from #Florida now. Else the next #pandemic will be accelerates.

#vaccines #covid #pertussis #diphtheria #tetanus, #RSV #polio #measles
https://arstechnica.com/health/2025/09/in-win-for-infectious-diseases-florida-to-end-all-school-vaccine-requirements/

In win for infectious diseases, Florida to end all school vaccine requirements

Exposing vulnerable people to vaccine-preventable disease is just part of life, Ladapo said.

Ars Technica
How RFK Jr. dismantled US vaccine structures in just six months | CNN

CNN’s Dr. Sanjay Gupta takes a step back to explain several of the changes Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has made that directly affect US vaccine policy.

CNN

Treatment of diphtherical pharyngitis

For the treatment of diphtherical pharyngitis are used: Tetracycline; Cephaloridine; Ampicillin; Erythromycin.

#diphthericalpharyngitis #diphtheria #pharyngitis #infection