According to the editorial note from the Eurosurveillance editorial board—Vol. 2, No. 8/9, Aug./Sept. 1997. Eurosurveillance asked the members of the Editorial Board about the occurrence of diphtheria cases in their countries over the past ten years, possible links to recent diphtheria outbreaks in Eastern Europe, and specific recommendations regarding diphtheria vaccination for travelers, if any. (adapted from the text).