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flag Nigeria battles severe Lassa fever outbreak with over 1,150 cases and 190 deaths; NCDC responds.

flag Nigeria faces a severe Lassa fever outbreak, with 1,154 confirmed cases and 190 deaths. flag The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has activated an emergency response center to combat the disease, which spreads through contact with rodent excrement. flag The NCDC advises maintaining cleanliness, sealing off entry points for rodents, and properly storing food. flag The outbreak is most pronounced in six states, with a case fatality rate over 13%. flag The World Health Organization classifies Lassa fever as a priority due to its epidemic potential.

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