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Diphtheria and Prevention Under Vaccination Schemes
Health officer explains diphtheria as a major illness and outlines prevention through vaccination starting at six months, Schick testing to guide vaccination, and the role of antitoxin for treatment. It notes the germ Klebs Loeffler bacillus, carrier transmission, and the need for quarantine and follow up vaccination for lasting immunity.
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