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Lawmakers Demand Urgent Action Against Diphtheria Spread In Schools

The House of Representatives is urging the Federal Government to launch a nationwide diphtheria vaccination campaign in schools to combat the spread of the bacterial infection. This call to action follows the death of a 12-year-old student from diphtheria at King’s College, Lagos, and the hospitalization of several others. The lawmakers adopted a motion of […] The post Lawmakers Demand Urgent Action Against Diphtheria Spread In Schools appeared first on Information Nigeria.



Lawmakers are calling for a nationwide diphtheria vaccination campaign in schools due to rising cases and deaths, including a recent death at King's College, Lagos. The House of Representatives has directed the Federal Ministry of Health, NPHCDA, and NCDC to intensify vaccination and public awareness efforts. The Federal Ministry of Education is also tasked with reviewing health infrastructure in unity colleges.

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