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The death toll from the diphtheria outbreak in Plateau State has risen to 31, with 469 suspected cases recorded across 10 Local Government Areas of the state. The post Diphtheria: Death toll hits 31 as cases rise to 469 in Plateau appeared first on Vanguard News .

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The death toll from the diphtheria outbreak in Plateau State has risen to 31, with 469 suspected cases recorded across 10 Local Government Areas of the state.

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Bias Comparison — Diphtheria: Death toll hits 31 as cases rise to 469 in Plateau

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Center: The death toll from the diphtheria outbreak in Plateau State has risen to 31, with 469 suspected cases recorded across 10 Local Government Areas of the state. The post Diphtheria: Death toll hits 31 as cases rise to 469 in Plateau appeared first on Vanguard News .
Right: Coverage gap: Currently unaddressed by verified outlets on this side of the spectrum.

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Diphtheria: Death toll hits 31 as cases rise to 469 in Plateau