Lassa Fever: Death toll hits 191 as cases rise

… as NCDC warns of increasing fatality rate
By Chioma Obinna
The death toll from the outbreak of Lassa fever in Nigeria has risen to 191, with health authorities warning over increasing infections recorded across several states in the country.
According to the report, 23 states across 106 local government areas have recorded at least one confirmed case this year.
The report revealed that a heavy concentration of infections continues to be seen in just five states — Bauchi, Ondo, Taraba, Edo and Benue — which account for 84 per cent of all confirmed cases.
Bauchi and Ondo alone contribute 26 per cent each, followed by Taraba (16%), Edo (9%) and Benue (7%).
Also, data showed tha...