Nigeria: Niger Records 124 Diphtheria Cases, 17 Deaths - Commissioner
[Premium Times] Mr Bagana said 103 patients had been treated and discharged, while 17 deaths were recorded in Bida, Suleja and Shiroro local government areas.
Niger State has reported 124 cases of diphtheria and 17 deaths in recent months, with the bulk of the cases concentrated in Bida, Suleja and Shiroro local government areas. Health Commissioner Murtala Bagana announced that 103 patients had been treated and discharged. The state government is working to strengthen disease surveillance, case management, immunisation, and public awareness to curb the spread.
They are also prioritising the completion of 100 out of 274 upgraded Tier-Two Primary Healthcare Centres, providing free healthcare interventions to reduce financial burdens, and ensuring vaccines are available at all primary healthcare centres.
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