Delta to start local Lassa fever testing by 2027
Delta State is set to begin local Lassa fever testing by March 2027 with a new public health laboratory, improving disease response and reducing reliance o Read More: https://punchng.com/delta-to-start-local-lassa-fever-testing-by-2027/
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has reported 14 new cases of Lassa fever, increasing the total number of infections to 1,035. These cases were recorded between August 10 and August 16 in Bauchi, Benue, Ondo, and Edo states. The case fatality rate has risen to 24.4 percent, up from 18.6 percent recorded in 2025.
In comparison to Week 32, which reported four cases in Ondo and Edo states and a total of 1,021 infections with a case fatality rate of 23.5 percent, the Week 33 figures show a decline in recorded cases. As of Week 33, Lassa fever has been confirmed in 23 states across 117 local government areas, and the NCDC remains vigilant with ongoing surveillance and response efforts.
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