At least 16 people have so far died in a fresh outbreak of Lassa Fever in Ondo State, the state government has confirmed.The governor, Rotimi Akuredolu, and the heads of relevant agencies met on Tuesday to review the situation which blew open at the weekend, as medical personnel struggled to grapple with the challenge.
So far, three local government areas have been affected. They include Akoko South West, Akure South, Ondo West, and Owo local governments. The meeting also involved Local Government Chairmen from Ondo North and Central Senatorial Districts at the governors office in Akure. He said 47 patients were on admission and were responding to treatment, while 21 persons had already been treated and discharged.
Lassa fever is back... God help us ooo.
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