Lassa Fever kills 10 in Benue, 45 cases confirmed

Health authorities describe the situation as alarming, particularly as the virus spreads among frontline medical personnel. The post Lassa Fever kills 10 in Benue, 45 cases confirmed appeared first on Vanguard News.

28 Feb, 11:37 — 28 Feb, 13:09

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Lassa Fever is a serious viral hemorrhagic fever endemic in West Africa, often spread by rodents. Outbreaks can overwhelm healthcare systems, especially when health workers are affected, posing a significant public health threat and highlighting the need for robust disease surveillance and control measures.

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Both news outlets report on the Lassa Fever outbreak in Benue State, confirming 10 deaths and 45 cases. The coverage is largely aligned, with both highlighting the impact on health workers and the severity of the situation.

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Coverage leans: balanced

Both outlets provide straightforward, factual reporting on the Lassa Fever outbreak without any discernible political leanings or editorializing.

What sources agree on

10 people have died from Lassa Fever in Benue State.
45 cases of Lassa Fever have been confirmed in Benue State.
The Lassa Fever outbreak is occurring in Benue State.
Health workers are among those affected by the Lassa Fever outbreak.

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10 people have died from Lassa Fever in Benue State.

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45 cases of Lassa Fever have been confirmed in Benue State.

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Health workers are among those affected by the Lassa Fever outbreak.

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Health authorities describe the situation as alarming.

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Lassa fever death toll hits 10 in Benue

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