Diphtheria in Australia – Epidemiological update – 1 June 2026
Published: 5 June 2026
🔹In 2026, Australia has recorded 288 diphtheria cases
🔹Over the past fortnight 53 total cases were notified
🔹NT: 168 cases, WA: 111 cases, SA: 6 cases, QLD: 3 cases
Source: https://www.cdc.gov.au/resources/publications/diphtheria-australia-epidemiological-update-1-june-2026
Published: 5 June 2026
🔹In 2026, Australia has recorded 288 diphtheria cases
🔹Over the past fortnight 53 total cases were notified
🔹NT: 168 cases, WA: 111 cases, SA: 6 cases, QLD: 3 cases
Source: https://www.cdc.gov.au/resources/publications/diphtheria-australia-epidemiological-update-1-june-2026