What disease hit nome in 1925?

In 1925, Nome, Alaska, was struck by a diphtheria outbreak that threatened the lives of many residents. Due to harsh winter conditions, traditional medical supplies could not reach the town, prompting the need for an emergency serum run. This led to the famous "Great Race of Mercy," where sled dog teams transported the diphtheria antitoxin over nearly 700 miles in a desperate effort to save the community. The race, which garnered national attention, ultimately succeeded in delivering the serum in time to prevent a widespread epidemic.