Diphtheria is a serious bacterial infection caused by *Corynebacterium diphtheriae*. It primarily affects the nose and throat, forming a thick gray membrane, but can also involve the skin. While rare in vaccinated populations, it can be life-threatening if untreated. Track Diphtheria activity and outbreaks specific to Missouri.
Open Web AppDiphtheria has a long and devastating history, causing major epidemics globally, especially among children, before the 20th century. The bacterium responsible, *Corynebacterium diphtheriae*, was identified by Edwin Klebs in 1884. The development of an antitoxin and later a highly effective vaccine dramatically reduced its incidence and mortality, making its control a major public health success story.
Diphtheria primarily spreads from person to person through respiratory droplets released when an infected individual coughs, sneezes, or talks. Less commonly, it can be transmitted through direct contact with infected skin lesions or contaminated objects. Close and prolonged contact is generally required for transmission.
Período de Contagio: Varies by disease
Información del departamento de salud local y orientación de prevención específica del estado
Nuestra vigilancia impulsada por IA monitorea continuamente la actividad de Diphtheria en todo Missouri. Rastreamos datos de departamentos de salud estatales, hospitales locales, informes del CDC y más de 50 fuentes de salud globales para proporcionar advertencia temprana de amenazas emergentes.
Reciba notificaciones instantáneas cuando la actividad de Diphtheria aumenta en Missouri o en su condado específico.
Para alertas oficiales de salud del estado, ubicaciones de vacunación y orientación de salud pública específica de Missouri, visite el sitio web del departamento de salud de su estado.
Ya sea que viva en Missouri, viaje allí o tenga familia en el estado, comprender la Diphtheria prevención es esencial. Siga estas medidas de prevención basadas en evidencia:
Si experimenta síntomas de Diphtheria en Missouri, contacte a su proveedor de atención médica de inmediato. El diagnóstico y tratamiento tempranos mejoran significativamente los resultados.
Síntomas de emergencia: Si experimenta síntomas graves, dificultad para respirar o signos de deshidratación, llame al 911 o vaya a la sala de emergencias más cercana.
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Orientación oficial de los Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades de EE. UU.
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Ver Recursos de la OMS →La información sobre enfermedades en Virus Watcher es revisada por nuestro Epidemiólogo Jefe, ex analista principal del CDC para el pronóstico FluSight. Los datos de brotes se agregan de fuentes verificadas incluyendo BEACON, ProMED, OMS, CDC y más de 50 agencias nacionales de salud. Esta información es con fines educativos y no debe reemplazar el asesoramiento médico profesional.
Última revisión: 2026-06-29
No confirmed cases reported in Missouri yet. Here are the latest Diphtheria reports from our global surveillance network.
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Reciba notificaciones instantáneas cuando la actividad de Diphtheria aumenta en Missouri o sus destinos de viaje. Rastree más de 200 enfermedades con alertas basadas en ubicación. Utilizado por sistemas de salud, servicios de emergencias médicas, escuelas y viajeros de todo el mundo.
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