FG confirms 5 new cases of Lassa Fever in these states…

The Nigeria Center for Disease Control, on Friday confirmed the discovery of five fresh cases of Lassa in Bauchi, Gombe, Plateau and Rivers states.
In a statement by the National Coordinator and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria Center for Disease Control, Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, it was revealed that the case reported from Gombe died on August 22, 2016, while “all other cases are alive.”The statement also said two cases were reported from Plateau State, one from Rivers, and one each from Bauchi and Gombe States. He said,ALSO READ:Nigeria Police Force Is Among The Best Globally –VP Yemi Osinbajo

“Five confirmed cases of Lassa Fever were reported from four states of Nigeria within the week August 24 to September 2 (Friday). Two cases were reported from Plateau State, one from Rivers, and one each from Bauchi and Gombe. The case reported from Gombe died on 22nd August, 2016, all other cases are alive.
“The public health response commenced immediately in all the affected states under the leadership of the respective state ministries of health. Resources were immediately mobilised from the NCDC and its partner, the Nigerian Field Epidemiology and Laboratory Training Programme, to support the investigation and management of cases in the affected states.”
He said the centre’s communication channels are always opened for information and verification on the disease.
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“The Centre’s 24/7 toll-free line can be reached via 0800-970000-10; and the twitter account handle @NCDCgov, and Facebook page @nigeriacdc are always available for inquiry and updates”, he said.

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