Diphtheria update

Nursing. 2023 Jun 1;53(6):46-49. doi: 10.1097/01.NURSE.0000918540.45884.d3.

Abstract

Travelers from parts of the world where diphtheria is endemic and vaccines are underutilized may carry diphtheria and become ill. This article provides an overview of diphtheria as well as management updates that are particularly critical amid a pandemic with healthcare disruptions and vaccine hesitancy.

MeSH terms

  • Diphtheria* / epidemiology
  • Diphtheria* / prevention & control
  • Humans
  • Vaccination
  • Vaccines*

Substances

  • Vaccines