Just In: Lassa Fever In Kaduna

The Kaduna State government has confirmed one case of Lassa fever in Chikun Local Government Area of the state.

In a statement signed by the State Commissioner of Health, Dr. Amina Mohammed-Baloni on Saturday said that tests have confirmed that the patient is a 36-year-old male.

The commissioner however assured that “the Ministry of Health has supplied the infectious diseases control centre with the necessary commodities and our health personnel are ready to manage any cases that may arise.”

‘’The epidemiology unit is monitoring the situation closely, and all health facilities are on alert for prompt referral of suspected cases.’’ Dr Mohammed-Baloni further assured.

Mohammed-Baloni also reiterated the ministry’s earlier appeal to the public ‘’to maintain the highest standard of individual hygiene and to report any suspected case promptly to the nearest health facility.

“We wish to appeal to members of the public to maintain the highest standards of personal hygiene, keep food in proper storage and to remain vigilant to report suspected cases to the relevant authorities.

“Suspected cases should be reported to the State Epidemiology unit on 08036045755 or 08027396344 or contact the nearest Local Government Health Authority official.” Said Dr Mohammed-Baloni.

The statement further said that all Kaduna State Government health facilities are on alert to look out for cases of the disease.