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Diphtheria |
Diphtheria is an infection caused by a bacterium (germ) called Corynebacterium diphtheriae. These germs are not commonly found in Canada. Diphtheria is an infection prevented through immunization. Travellers and unimmunized persons are most at risk of getting sick. |