diphtheria

Before the widespread use of vaccines, diphtheria was a major cause of death among young children.

(Chinese) 在疫苗广泛使用之前，白喉是幼儿死亡的主要原因。

The symptoms of diphtheria typically include a thick, grey coating at the back of the throat and a high fever.

(Chinese) 白喉的症状通常包括喉咙后部有厚厚的灰色涂层和高烧。