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Lassa fever: Nigeria records 259 deaths, 1,086 confirmed cases

Nigeria has recorded 259 deaths due to Lassa fever since the start of 2026, with 1,086 confirmed cases reported in 24 states and 118 local government areas. The latest data was disclosed by the Nigerian Center for Disease Control and Prevention in its Lassa fever situation report for epidemiological week 36, covering the period from August 31 to September 6, …

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