Nigeria's Lassa Fever Death Toll Reaches 229 Amid Rising Infections

Nigeria's NCDC reports that the Lassa fever death toll has reached 229, with 23 states and 114 Local Government Areas reporting confirmed cases, primarily in Ondo, Bauchi, Taraba, Edo, and Benue states.

25 Jul, 05:46 — 25 Jul, 06:19

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Lassa fever is an acute viral hemorrhagic illness endemic in West Africa, posing a significant public health threat due to its high fatality rate and potential for outbreaks. The rising death toll indicates a worsening public health crisis that requires urgent attention and effective control measures.

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The Lassa fever death toll in Nigeria has reached 229 in 2026.
There has been a rise in Lassa fever cases and infections.
The data on cases and deaths is reported by the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC).

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The Lassa fever death toll in Nigeria for 2026 is 229.

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23 states and 114 Local Government Areas have reported at least one confirmed Lassa fever case this year.

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Ondo, Bauchi, Taraba, Edo, and Benue states account for 86% of all confirmed cases.

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The specific percentage of confirmed cases accounted for by Ondo, Bauchi, Taraba, Edo, and Benue states.

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Information on prevention measures for Lassa fever.

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NCDC records rise in Lassa Fever cases as death toll hits 229

NCDC reports a significant rise in Lassa Fever cases and deaths, with 229 fatalities in 2026. Learn about affected states and prevention measures. Read More: https://punchng.com/ncdc-records-rise-in-lassa-fever-cases-as-death-toll-hits-229/

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vanguard-ngMixed2h ago

Lassa fever death toll hits 229 as fresh infections rise

According to the NCDC, 23 states and 114 Local Government Areas have reported at least one confirmed case this year, with Ondo, Bauchi, Taraba, Edo and Benue accounting for 86 per cent of all confirmed infections nationwide. The post Lassa fever death toll hits 229 as fresh infections rise appeared first on Vanguard News.

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Lassa fever death toll hits 229 as fresh infections rise

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NCDC records rise in Lassa Fever cases as death toll hits 229

Lassa fever death toll hits 229 as fresh infections rise

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Lassa fever death toll hits 229 as fresh infections rise

NCDC records rise in Lassa Fever cases as death toll hits 229

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