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flag Nigeria reports 966 Lassa fever cases and 177 deaths since January 2025, with a 18.3% fatality rate.

flag Nigeria has reported 966 confirmed Lassa fever cases and 177 deaths since January 2025, with a case fatality rate of 18.3%, higher than in 2024. flag Cases were detected in 21 states, primarily in Ondo, Edo, Bauchi, and Taraba, which account for 87% of infections. flag The 21-30 age group is most affected, and no healthcare workers were infected in the latest week. flag Officials attribute the high fatality rate to delayed treatment and high medical costs, urging improved surveillance and prevention.

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