Question

what is diphtheria ........​

Answer 1

Diphtheria is a serious infection caused by strains of bacteria called Corynebacterium diphtheriae that make a toxin (poison).

It is the toxin that can cause people to get very sick.

Diphtheria bacteria spread from person to person, usually through respiratory droplets, like from coughing or sneezing.

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Answer 2

A serious infection of the nose and throat that's easily preventable by a vaccine.