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South Africa: 44 incarcerated people in isolation due to diphtheria outbreak at Pollsmoor prison
The correctional services department said seven cases were confirmed and contact tracing and screening of incarcerated people and staff was implemented to prevent the spread of the life-threatening infection.
Source: Times Live (20/12/2024)