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NVIC Press Releases, Statements & Commentaries Related to Diphtheria

Updated January 19, 2023


The Vaccine Reaction

Raines K. Asymptomatic Carriers of Diphtheria Identified in Canadian School The Vaccine Reaction Jul. 10, 2019.

Cáceres M. Woman Paralyzed by Tetanus-Diphtheria Vaccine Still ‘Firmly Pro-Vaccine’ The Vaccine Reaction Jan 30, 2019.

Jaxen J. Study: DTP Vaccine Associated With 212% Increased Infant Mortality Risk The Vaccine Reaction Mar. 21, 2017.

La Vigne P. Study: Febrile Seizure Risk Higher When Childhood Vaccines Given Simultaneously The Vaccine Reaction Jul. 26, 2016.

IMPORTANT NOTE: NVIC encourages you to become fully informed about Diphtheria and the Diphtheria vaccine by reading all sections in the Table of Contents, which contain many links and resources such as the manufacturer product information inserts, and to speak with one or more trusted health care professionals before making a vaccination decision for yourself or your child. This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice.


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