Plateau Confirms Two Deaths from Suspected Lassa Fever Outbreak

• Two confirmed deaths from a suspected Lassa fever outbreak in Plateau State, with one patient receiving treatment.
• Government and NCDC response includes deploying a team for assessment and public awareness in affected areas.
• Health officials urge caution, advising residents to seek medical help early and maintain proper hygiene to prevent infection.

The Plateau State Government has confirmed the deaths of two people following a suspected outbreak of Lassa fever in the state.

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Commissioner for Health, Dr. Cletus Shurkuk, disclosed this in Jos, stating that three cases have been recorded—two fatalities and one patient currently receiving treatment.

According to Shurkuk, the cases were identified in Kanam and Shendam Local Government Areas. One patient died in Shendam, while the survivor is being treated at Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital.

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Lassa fever, an acute viral haemorrhagic disease caused by the Lassa virus, spreads through food or household items contaminated by infected rat urine or feces. Symptoms include headache, sore throat, muscle pain, vomiting, diarrhoea, and abdominal pain.

In response, the Plateau State Government, in collaboration with the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), has deployed a team to affected areas for assessment and public education.

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All traced contacts have tested negative, and authorities assure there is no cause for alarm.

Shurkuk urged residents to seek medical attention promptly and emphasized the importance of maintaining good personal and environmental hygiene to prevent disease outbreaks.

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