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  • Nigeria: 2021/2022 Lassa fever

    Source: https://www.pulse.ng/news/local/lass...states/rbj0jdd

    Lassa fever kills 6 as infection spreads to 3 additional states
    Samson Toromade
    Yesterday at 5:39 PM
    Lassa fever cases have been detected in 40 local government areas across 11 states this year.

    Six people died of Lassa fever infection in the final week of February 2021, according to the latest situation report published by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC).

    The agency in its Week 8 report said the acute viral haemorrhagic illness killed three people in Edo, two in Taraba, and one in Ondo between February 22 and February 28.

    The NCDC also reported a total of 34 new cases in 10 states across the country, including three states recording their first cases of the year.

    Edo recorded 10 new cases, followed by Ondo with six, Ebonyi with four, and three each in Taraba, Plateau, and Enugu.

    Bauchi recorded two new cases while Benue, Kaduna, and Abia recorded their index cases.

    Nigeria has now recorded 136 Lassa fever cases and 31 fatalities in 2021, with cases detected in 40 local government areas across 11 states...

  • #2
    Source: https://www.pulse.ng/news/local/lass...-cases/egyzmyx


    2 health care workers infected as Nigeria records 25 new Lassa fever cases
    Samson Toromade
    Today at 9:39 AM
    Nigeria has now recorded 161 Lassa fever cases this year.

    Two health care workers are among Nigeria's latest detected cases of Lassa fever, according to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC).

    The agency revealed in its published Week 8 report that both health care workers were infected in Ondo State between March 1 and March 7, 2021...

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    • #3
      Source: https://allafrica.com/stories/202104220716.html

      Nigeria: Lassa Fever Kills 3 in Bayelsa, Kogi States
      22 April 2021
      This Day (Lagos)
      By Onyebuchi Ezigbo

      The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), has said that three deaths were recorded in Bayelsa and Kogi States resulting from Lassa Fever infection.

      The centre in its weekly epidomological report on Infectious diseases occurrence in the country, said that there are 84 suspected cases of Lassa Fever Infections in both states, with seven confirmed in laboratory test.

      NCDC said there were three fatalities from the Lassa Fever infection in five local governments from the two states.

      The report also said that there were 19 suspected cases of cholera reported from three LGAs in the two states (Bayelsa - 10 and Kogi - nine).

      It explained that one of the cases was laboratory confirmed and that no death was recorded...

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      • #4
        Source: https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/...ions-soar.html

        Lassa Fever: Nigeria records 50 deaths as infections soar
        The disease is now prevalent in 14 states and across 52 local governments.
        byJosiah Oluwole
        April 30, 2021

        At least 50 persons have died from Lassa fever in Nigeria, even as the country is still grappling with the scourging COVID-19 pandemic.

        The figure, revealed by the Nigerian Centre for Disease Control as of Week 15, spanning April 12 -18, showed that Lassa fever has continued a silent ascent in fatalities and infection.

        According to NCDC figures, 28 persons died between Week 7 (February 15-21) and Week 15.

        The number of confirmed cases also climbed from 102 to 247 within the same period.

        The disease is now prevalent in 14 states and across 52 local governments...

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        • #5
          Source: https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/...s-in-ondo.html


          Lassa Fever: Death toll climbs to 59, as one dies in Ondo
          Cumulatively, there are 292 confirmed cases of the virus in Nigeria so far across 14 states and 57 local government areas.
          byJosiah Oluwole
          June 17, 2021

          Despite the decline in the cases of Lassa Fever in the country, one death was recorded in Ondo State in week 22 ending on June 6, 2021, raising the total national figure to 59.

          Nine persons lost their lives to the virus between week 16 and week 22.

          Edo and Ondo recorded a fatality each in week 16; three deaths in week 17 in Ondo(2) and Ebonyi(1) States; and one death (Ondo) in week 19

          Cumulatively, there are 292 confirmed cases of the virus in Nigeria so far across 14 states and 57 local government areas.

          According to the National Centre for Disease Control, Edo and Ondo States remain the epicentre of the disease, accounting for 73 per cent of the number of confirmed cases nationwide.

          Also, 39 of the 59 fatalities are from Ondo(25) and Edo(14) states, while Taraba has recorded 11 deaths; Ebonyi, 2; Bauchi, 2; Kaduna, 4: and Enugu, 1...

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          • #6
            Source: http://outbreaknewstoday.com/nigeria...cases-top-300/

            Nigeria Lassa fever cases top 300
            by News Desk
            June 26, 2021

            The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) reported an additional six confirmed Lassa fever during the week ending June 20, bringing the country total to 302 this year.
            Image/NCDC

            The new cases were reported from Edo and Ondo States.

            Two additional deaths were reported among the confirmed cases, which put the total fatalities to 62...

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            • #7
              Source: https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/...ses-to-73.html

              Lassa Fever: Nigeria’s death toll rises to 73
              The total number of confirmed Lassa fever cases nationwide is now 354.
              byJosiah Oluwole
              August 20, 2021

              The rage of the Lassa Fever virus is still very much around despite torrential rains, as Edo and Ondo states record more infections with attendant deaths.

              With two deaths recorded in Week 32 (August 9-15), Nigeria’s death tally is now 73 since the beginning of the new Lassa season.

              This is occurring as the country grapples with escalating COVID-19 cases across the country, with fatalities...

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              • #8
                WEEKLY BULLETIN ON OUTBREAKS
                AND OTHER EMERGENCIES

                Week 34: 16 - 22 August 2021
                Data as reported by: 17:00; 22 August 2021

                ...

                Lassa Fever Nigeria

                354 Cases
                73 Deaths
                21% CFR


                EVENT DESCRIPTION

                Lassa fever (LF) is endemic to several West African countries
                including Nigeria, Liberia and Sierra Leone. LF is associated with
                significant morbidity and mortality. According to the Centers
                for Disease Control, the annual incidence of LF in this region is
                estimated as 100 000 to 300 000 cases with about 5 000 deaths and
                58 million people at risk.

                The ongoing LF outbreak in Nigeria that started in 2017 has seen a
                decreasing trend, with fewer cases reported since week 11 2021.
                In week 32 (week ending 15 August 2021), the number of new
                confirmed LF cases (4 cases) was similar to that reported in the
                previous week (week 31). These new cases came from three states:
                Ondo (2), Edo (1), and Enugu (1). Two new deaths from Ondo were
                reported in the same period. There were four case-patients admitted
                to treatment centres during the reporting week, and 204 contacts
                under follow up. No new healthcare worker infection was recorded
                in week 32.

                The number of suspected cases has decreased compared to that
                reported for the same period in 2020. From weeks 1-32 of 2021,
                a cumulative total of 2 742 suspected Lassa fever cases has been
                reported, of which 354 (13.0%) were laboratory confirmed. The
                confirmed cases occurred across 14 states that recorded at least
                one confirmed case. Edo State recorded the highest number of
                confirmed cases at 158 (45%), followed by Ondo State with 117
                (33%); the two states accounts for 78% of all confirmed cases. A
                total of six health workers were infected with the disease in 2021.
                Cumulatively, from week 1 to week 32 2021, 73 deaths have been
                reported with a case fatality ratio (CFR) of 21% which is lower than
                the CFR for the same period in 2020 (21%).

                The predominant age-group affected is 21-30 years (range: <1 to 70
                years, median age 29 years). The male to female ratio for confirmed
                cases in 1:0.8.

                PUBLIC HEALTH ACTIONS

                National Lassa fever multi-partner, multi-sectoral Technical
                Working Group (TWG) continues to coordinate the response
                activities at all levels

                National Rapid Response Team have been deployed from
                the Nigerian Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) to support
                response activities in Kaduna, Bauchi and Taraba states.
                Multi-sectoral Public Health Emergency Operation Centres
                (PHEOC) were activated in affected States
                Vector control measures in Edo and Ondo States have been
                implemented periodically.

                Case management and safe burial practices guidelines were
                reviewed and disseminated

                Mortality review of lassa fever deaths and an in-depth
                investigation of healthcare worker infections were conducted.

                Distributed response commodities; personal protective
                equipment, Ribavirin (injection and tablets), body-bags,
                thermometers, hypochlorite hand sanitizers to states and
                treatment centres.

                Surveillance activities have been enhanced in affected states,
                with contact tracing and active case finding underway.
                Implementation of targeted risk communication activities in
                most affected States, with a national Lassa fever awareness
                and prevention campaign planned.

                The Lassa Fever Environmental response campaign has been
                implemented in high burden states by the Federal Ministry of
                Environment.

                Implementation of Nigeria Lassa fever epidemiological study
                supported by Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations
                is ongoing.

                SITUATION INTERPRETATION

                While the Lassa fever outbreak in Nigeria appears to be
                declining, there is little room for complacency as the vector
                is endemic to the region and environmental conditions are
                favorable to disease spread. Active case finding and contact
                tracing and follow-up need to continue to prevent resurgence
                of the disease in this endemic region. Furthermore, the local
                and national authorities need to remain vigilant on this event in
                the wake of the shifting priorities to other health emergencies,
                particularly COVID-19 pandemic.

                PROPOSED ACTIONS

                Authorities in Nigeria need to continue to employ the highest
                levels of surveillance and response as the Lassa fever outbreak
                in the country starts to show signs of decline. Affected states
                need to be supported to develop and implement Lassa fever
                response sustainability plan Focus must not be diverted from
                this ongoing outbreak by the requirements of response to the
                COVID-19 outbreak.
                ...
                "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
                -Nelson Mandela

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                • #9
                  Source: https://tribuneonlineng.com/lassa-fe...in-five-years/

                  Lassa fever killed 725 in five years
                  •Poor preparation, weak response system responsible for high fatality rate —Experts •Disease prevalent in Ondo, Edo, Ebonyi
                  Top NewsSpecial Report
                  By Sade Oguntola On Oct 7, 2021

                  NO fewer than 725 persons have been killed by Lassa fever out of the 3132 infected by the viral disease in Nigeria between January 2017 and August 2021. The breakdown, according to Nigerian Tribune findings, shows that out of the 298 confirmed cases in 2017, 79 died. Out of the conformed 528 Lassa fever cases in 2018, 171 died. Of the 796 Lassa fever cases in 2019, 158 died and from the 1189 cases in 2020, there were 244 fatalities. Between January and August 2021, there were 321 confirmed cases out of which there were 73 fatalities.
                  https://tribuneonlineng.com/lassa-fe...-in-five-years...

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                  • #10
                    Source: https://punchng.com/lassa-fever-kill...ts-edo-others/

                    Lassa fever kills 79 in 2021 outbreak hits Edo, others
                    Deborah Tolu-Kolawole
                    19 November 2021

                    THE latest lassa fever situation report shows that no fewer than 79 people have been killed since the beginning of the year.

                    This is as the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control said all states of the federation were currently witnessing an outbreak of the disease.

                    According to the National disease monitoring body, a total of 3,680 suspected cases had been reported since the beginning of the year.

                    The report revealed that six health workers were infected.

                    Further analysis also revealed that in total for 2021, 14 states had recorded at least one confirmed case across 60 Local Government Areas...

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                    • #11
                      Source: https://guardian.ng/news/health-mini...fever-measles/

                      Health ministry cautions Nasarawa citizens against Lassa fever, measles
                      By Abel Abogonye, Lafia
                      12 December 2021 | 4:04 am

                      Nasarawa state Ministry of Health has warned that there is an outbreak of Lassa fever, measles and other communicable diseases ravaging the state.

                      The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Health, Dr. Janet Angbazo, made this known yesterday, while briefing journalists in Lafia, the state capital.

                      Angbazo said two cases of Lassa fever had been reported with more than three others that are being traced through contact with the victims...

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                      • #12
                        Source: https://www.thecable.ng/lassa-fever-...an-in-nasarawa

                        Lassa fever kills doctor, pregnant woman in Nasarawa
                        December 15, 2021

                        ...According a statement signed by Ifedayo Adetifa, director-general of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), the victims are a pregnant woman and a medical doctor.
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                        “On the 8th of December 2021, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) was notified of the death of two persons from Lassa fever. The first case was a pregnant woman who presented in a health facility in Nasarawa State and the next one, a medical doctor involved in the management of the patient that later sought medical care in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT),” the statement reads.

                        “In addition, another medical doctor linked to the index case has also been confirmed to have Lassa fever and he is currently receiving medical care in FCT. ..

                        ...Since January 2021, a total of 434 cases of Lassa fever, with 80 deaths have been reported from 16 states and 63 LGAs in Nigeria, according to recent data by the NCDC.

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                          • #14
                            Source: https://punchng.com/lassa-fever-kill...ard-allowance/


                            Lassa fever kills consultants, Nasarawa doctors ask for N100,000 hazard allowance
                            Collins Sunday
                            22 December 2021

                            Medical doctors working with the Nasarawa State Government have appealed to Governor Abdullahi Sule to consider increasing their monthly hazard allowance from N5,000 to N100,000.

                            The doctors expressed their concern following the death of two gynaecologist consultants, Nwaru Victor and Esa Oga, who recently died of Lassa fever, after contracting the disease from an infected pregnant woman, who was rushed to the Dalhatu Araf Specialist Hospital, Lafia, for child delivery but later died with her unborn baby.

                            Speaking on Tuesday, the Chairman, Nigeria Medical Association in the state, Dr Emmanuel Sabo, explained that the N5,000 monthly hazard allowance was not enough following the risks associated with the profession...

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