First diphtheria case among adults recorded


PETALING JAYA: The Health Ministry has reported its first diphtheria case among adults after a housewife was diagnosed with the disease two days ago.

The 41-year-old housewife had sought treatment at the Rembau health clinic on July 13, and complained of swollen tonsils, cracked voice and difficulty swallowing.

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