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Nigeria’s Lassa Fever Cases Drop In Week 3, But Deaths Rise — NCDC

Kingsley Chukwu7 months ago05 mins

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has reported a decline in confirmed Lassa fever cases for Epidemiological Week 3 of 2025. However, fatalities remain a concern, with 39 deaths recorded so far this year. The NCDC disclosed this in its latest Lassa Fever Situation Report published on Sunday via its official website….

West Africa Ramps Up Fight Against Lassa Fever Threat

Kingsley Chukwu8 months ago06 mins

The Lassa Coalition Governing Entity (LGE) will convene its inaugural meeting on January 16, 2025, to make a significant step towards addressing the recurring threat of Lassa fever in the West Africa region. The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, in collaboration with the West African Health Organisation (WAHO), supported by the Coalition for…