The infected six-year-old is a close family contact of the state's first case of the potentially deadly illness in this century.
The child, who was not vaccinated against diphtheria, was a close family contact of the first case in this century, an unvaccinated two-year-old.
The first symptoms of Diphtheria usually begin two to five days after exposure. Picture: Getty Images Within two to three days, a greyish-white membrane forms over the throat and tonsils that can make it hard to swallow and breathe.Dr Paul Douglas, Director of North Coast Public Health said while the risk to the broader community was low, families should review the immunisation status of their children to ensure they are up to date.
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