Diphtheria is an acute bacterial disease that is passed from person to person through respiratory droplets or close physical contact. It usually affects the tonsils, throat, nose and skin.
Vaccinations has made this disease rare in developed countries.
Additional ResourcesFor more information contact:
- Your local health office, or call our Health Info Hotline at 1-866-HLTHY4U (1-866-458-4948)
