Lassa Fever Death Toll Rises in Nigeria Despite Fewer New Infections
Nigeria's Lassa fever death toll has reached 229, with the fatality rate increasing despite a decrease in new infections. Health authorities continue to monitor the situation as the country grapples with the ongoing outbreak.
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Lassa fever death toll hits 224 as fatality rate rises despite fewer new infections
Ondo State recorded the highest burden, contributing 30 per cent of confirmed cases, followed by Bauchi with 25 per cent, Taraba with 14 per cent, Edo with 10 per cent and Benue with six per cent. The post Lassa fever death toll hits 224 as fatality rate rises despite fewer new infections appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Read full article →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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Read full article →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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