Plateau confirms 7 Lassa fever cases - Daily Post Nigeria

NAN reports that Lar said the state had 21 suspected cases but seven have been confirmed positive.

According to him, eight others persons tested negative while the results of the other six cases are being awaited.He cautioned people to maintain high level of hygiene by ensuring that their environments are kept clean to discourage rodents from entering their homes. He further advised people to ensure that all foodstuffs and grains are stored in rodent proof containers and water stored should be covered to prevent contamination.

He urged the public to promptly report to the hospital when they have symptoms similar to malaria or typhoid as medical intervention was key in reducing fatality rates associated with the virus.

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