🚨 Protect Yourself from Diphtheria – Get Vaccinated! 🚨
🦠 Diphtheria is a bacterial infection that can cause breathing difficulties, heart failure, and even death—especially in children under 15. It spreads through coughing, sneezing, and contact with infected surfaces.
Know the Symptoms
⚠️ Sore throat
⚠️ Fever
⚠️ Difficulty breathing
⚠️ Greyish throat patches
How to Stay Protected
✅ Get vaccinated – Children should receive 3 doses of the pentavalent vaccine at 6, 10 & 14 weeks of life
✅ Watch for symptoms – early detection saves lives
✅ Seek medical care immediately if symptoms appear
✅ Isolate suspected cases to prevent spread
✅ Healthcare workers should always wear appropriate PPE following risk assessment when attending to patients
✅ Report cases immediately to health authorities
💉 Vaccination saves lives! Protect yourself & your loved ones today.
#DiphtheriaPrevention #StaySafe
🦠 Diphtheria is a bacterial infection that can cause breathing difficulties, heart failure, and even death—especially in children under 15. It spreads through coughing, sneezing, and contact with infected surfaces.
Know the Symptoms
⚠️ Sore throat
⚠️ Fever
⚠️ Difficulty breathing
⚠️ Greyish throat patches
How to Stay Protected
✅ Get vaccinated – Children should receive 3 doses of the pentavalent vaccine at 6, 10 & 14 weeks of life
✅ Watch for symptoms – early detection saves lives
✅ Seek medical care immediately if symptoms appear
✅ Isolate suspected cases to prevent spread
✅ Healthcare workers should always wear appropriate PPE following risk assessment when attending to patients
✅ Report cases immediately to health authorities
💉 Vaccination saves lives! Protect yourself & your loved ones today.
#DiphtheriaPrevention #StaySafe