Push to vaccinate the vulnerable as WA diphtheria outbreak spreads
Western Australia is experiencing a diphtheria outbreak, with 92 cases reported in the Kimberley region. Health authorities are increasing vaccination efforts while facing challenges from disinformation and vaccine resistance. Education and pop-up clinics are being established to encourage vaccination, particularly among Indigenous populations disproportionately affected by the disease.
- ▪Western Australia's Kimberley region has reported 92 cases of diphtheria amid an ongoing outbreak.
- ▪Health authorities are combating disinformation and misconceptions about the vaccine.
- ▪A significant portion of diphtheria cases is affecting Indigenous communities, with over 90 percent of cases reported in this population.
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Diphtheria vaccine push in WA's north as authorities battle 'disease of the past' disinformationBy Giulia BertoglioABC KimberleyTopic:Public HealthFri 29 May 2026 at 9:42amFri 29 May 2026 at 9:42amFri 29 May 2026 at 9:42amVaccinations effort are ramping up in the East Kimberley to fight the diphtheria outbreak. (ABC Kimberley: Giulia Bertoglio)In short:Western Australia's diphtheria outbreak keeps spreading in the Kimberley region, with 92 cases recorded.Health authorities are pushing for people to get vaccinated but are battling some vaccine resistance.What's next?Education and vaccination efforts are ramping up and pop-up vaccination clinics are being established.abc.net.au/news/diphtheria-vacine-push-wa-north-disinformation/106732378Link copiedShareShare articleHealth authorities in…
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