EPISODE · Jul 16, 2025 · 21 MIN
Risk Wire - Episode 2 - Diphtheria in Europe: Why is ECDC Raising the Flag?
from ECDC: On Air · host European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control
In this special episode of ECDC On Air, Bruno Ciancio - Head of Unit - Directly Transmitted and Vaccine-preventable Disease at ECDC, discusses the recent Rapid Risk Assessment on diphtheria, its symptoms, transmission, and the importance of vaccination. He highlights the current trends in diphtheria cases, particularly among vulnerable populations, and emphasizes the need for timely public health measures and effective treatment strategies.The conversation also compares diphtheria with measles, underscoring the critical role of vaccination in preventing infectious diseases.Read more about the situation in our press release here and find the full text of the Rapid Risk Assessment on diphtheria here.More information on epidemiology in Europe in general can be found on our portal: ecdc.europa.eu and social media channels.
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In this special episode of ECDC On Air, Bruno Ciancio - Head of Unit - Directly Transmitted and Vaccine-preventable Disease at ECDC, discusses the recent Rapid Risk Assessment on diphtheria, its symptoms, transmission, and the importance of vaccination. He highlights the current trends in diphtheria cases, particularly among vulnerable populations, and emphasizes the need for timely public health measures and effective treatment strategies.The conversation also compares diphtheria with measles, underscoring the critical role of vaccination in preventing infectious diseases.Read more about the situation in our press release here and find the full text of the Rapid Risk Assessment on diphtheria here.More information on epidemiology in Europe in general can be found on our portal: ecdc.europa.eu and social media channels.
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