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Preparedness for diphtheria epidemic among healthcare workers in Kano State, Nigeria

2026-04-13

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<h4>Background: </h4> Ensuring epidemic preparedness is a critical responsibility of every sovereign nation. Every threat to health, particularly the spread of communicable diseases, constitutes a potential threat to human existence. Healthcare Workers (HCWs) are the first line of defense against disease outbreaks; however, their knowledge levels vary. This study aimed to assess the knowledge of and preparedness f...

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10.12688/openreseurope.22188.1
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