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There were between 16,000 and 18,000 cases of diphtheria in the United States in 1940. By 1952 the number of cases per year had dropped significantly and they continued to drop. Widespread use of the DPT vaccine began in 1940.
For more information visit http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/pubs/pinkbook/downloads/06-dip.pdf
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Why is diphtheria so common in the un United States?
Diphtheria is not common on the United States.
Is the word diphtheria a proper noun?
No, the noun 'diphtheria' is a common noun, a word for any instance of diphtheria.
What is a common name for diphtheria?
Diphtheria is an infectioncaused by the bacterium Corynebacterium diphtheriae.
What is the most common victims it preys upon in corybacterium diphtheria?
no
How common was diphtheria in the 1940?
Only 1person had it in the entire world
Who are the most common victums of diphtheria?
In areas where it is still common, children are most affected.
Who is at risk to get diphtheria?
In areas where it is still common, children are most affected.
What were the common diseases of the 1940s?
Some common ones were:InfluenzaTyphoidYellow FeverTuberculosis
Who is most likely to catch diphtheria?
In areas where it is still common, children are most affected.
Who does diphtheria most commonly attack?
In areas where it is still common, children are most affected.
What was a common child disease during the gold rush?
diphtheria and TB reigned supreme
Who is most susceptible person to diphtheria?
In areas where it is still common, children are most affected.
