MSF warns diphtheria antitoxin shortages as Nigeria deaths exceed 1,100

MSF reports critical shortages of diphtheria antitoxin in northern Nigeria, forcing rationing of treatment. Official figures show 1,126 deaths in 2026, with MSF teams in Katsina noting 70 of 86 patients had severe infections. The outbreak is ongoing and treatment capacity is strained, raising risk of higher mortality.

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