Lassa Fever: Death toll hits 191 as cases rise

… as NCDC warns of increasing fatality rate By Chioma Obinna The death toll from the outbreak of Lassa fever in Nigeria has risen to 191, with health authorities warning over increasing infections recorded across several states in the country. According to the report, 23 states...

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May 14, 2026 · 14:14 · 5 min read

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