The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention has recorded 54 confirmed cases of Lassa fever out of the 196 suspected cases from December 30, 2024, to January 5, 2025.

Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof Muhammad Ali Pate has reaffirmed the determination of Nigeria and West African sub-region to combat lassa fever with resilience, innovation, and a ...

The World Health Organization (WHO) has also warned that outbreaks caused by zoonotic pathogens are rising. An increase of 63% has been recorded from 2012 - 2022, compared to 2001-2011. The threat, ...

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the development of a Lassa fever vaccine, emphasising the importance ...

We have intensified our efforts, and with joint meetings held by FMC Jalingo, the Taraba State Ministry of Health, and ...

No fewer than 14 residents of Taraba State that have been confirmed dead following resurgence of cases of lassa fever in the ...

CEPI CEO Hatchett has highlighted the potential need for public-private partnerships and local leadership in ensuring Lassa fever vaccine access.

Between October 24, 2024, and January of this year, there were 84 suspected cases of Lassa fever A Lassa fever outbreak in ...

The West African Health Organization (WAHO) is exploring new knowledge frontiers to improve Lassa fever preparedness and response in Nigeria ...

The West African Health Organisation (WAHO), in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare and with support from ...

Texas Republican Rep. Chip Roy is leading House GOP lawmakers with legislation that would block U.S. taxpayer funding to the ...

Nigeria is set to lead the fight against Lassa fever as it hosts a regional summit on vaccine development this Wednesday, January 15.