The disease, which shares similarities with Ebola, requires immediate attention. British health authorities are investigating whether Lassa fever, a viral illness with symptoms similar to Ebola ...

Nigeria is battling a severe Lassa fever outbreak with 535 confirmed cases and 98 deaths reported across 14 states since the start of this year, an 18.3% case fatality rate.

The Edo State Government has announced that a total of 15 people have died from Lassa fever since its outbreak in the state.

Mr Ojeifo said as of today, Edo State has recorded over 1,000 suspected cases of Lassa Fever, out of which 103 tested positiveThe Edo State Government has confirmed 15 deaths from Lassa Fever since ...

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The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has confirmed a new case of Lassa fever in a 31-year-old physician who recently travelled to the United Kingdom. NCDC Director-General, Dr ...

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If you are an adult with a fever over 104 F (40 C), call your healthcare provider. If it is over 105 F (40.5 C), go to your nearest emergency room. For a newborn, a fever of 100.4 F (38 C) requires ...