NCDC reports 1,086 Lassa fever cases, 259 deaths

Nigeria Reports 1,086 Lassa Fever Cases, 259 Deaths in 2026

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has announced a total of 1,086 confirmed cases of Lassa fever and 259 related deaths across 24 states in the country during 2026.

Lassa Fever Outbreak in Nigeria: Death Toll Rises

The Lassa fever outbreak in Nigeria has taken a tragic turn, with the NCDC revealing that the disease has claimed 259 lives out of the 1,086 reported cases in the country in 2026. The outbreak has affected 24 states, highlighting the urgent need for public health measures to curb the spread of the virus.

Lassa Fever Cases and Deaths in Nigeria: NCDC Update

According to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), the country has witnessed a concerning surge in Lassa fever cases and deaths in 2026. With 1,086 confirmed cases and 259 fatalities reported across 24 states, the health authority is urging increased awareness and preventive measures to combat the spread of the virus.

NCDC Reports 1,086 Lassa Fever Cases, 259 Deaths in Nigeria in 2026

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has issued a statement detailing the impact of the Lassa fever outbreak in the country during 2026. The report reveals 1,086 confirmed cases and 259 fatalities across 24 states, emphasizing the need for heightened public health measures to control the spread of the virus.

NCDC Announces 1,086 Lassa Fever Cases, 259 Deaths in Nigeria in 2026

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has shared a comprehensive update on the Lassa fever outbreak in the country in 2026. The report reveals 1,086 confirmed cases and 259 deaths spread across 24 states, highlighting the urgent necessity for increased public health measures to control the spread of the virus.

NCDC Reveals 1,086 Lassa Fever Cases, 259 Deaths in Nigeria in 2026

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has shared a detailed analysis of the Lassa fever outbreak in Nigeria during 2026. Their report indicates 1,086 confirmed cases and 259 fatalities across 24 states, emphasizing the critical need for heightened public health measures to contain the virus.

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