The Ministry of Health and Human Services in Benue State has officially declared an outbreak of Lassa Fever, following a noticeable rise in suspected and confirmed cases, including reported fatalities across the state
The declaration was made by the Commissioner for Health and Human Services, Dr. Paul Ogwuche, in a statement yesterday, in Makurdi.
He disclosed that the current situation had necessitated urgent public health action to prevent further spread of the disease.
According to epidemiological data released by the Ministry, Benue State has recorded 56 suspected cases of Lassa Fever.
He noted that while eight of these cases had been confirmed in the laboratory, three deaths had been recorded among confirmed patients and one additional probable death under investigation.
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