In Week 19 of 2026, Nigeria recorded sustained #LassaFever activity, according to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention.
A Total of 172 new suspected cases were reported, along with 17 new confirmed cases and 1 new confirmed death. Additionally, 23 states and 108 LGAs were affected.
These figures highlight the need for continued vigilance, early detection, and strict preventive measures.
🔗 Read the full Situation Report:
Week 19: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/de18cb8cc4f7592536d94bbd70ae4d1e.pdf
Protect yourself and prevent Lassa fever by:
✅ Keeping your environment clean and free of rodents
✅ Storing food in tightly covered containers
✅ Disposing of waste properly and keeping homes clutter-free
✅ Seeking medical care early when you notice symptoms such as fever, weakness, headache, or bleeding.
#LassaFever #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria
A Total of 172 new suspected cases were reported, along with 17 new confirmed cases and 1 new confirmed death. Additionally, 23 states and 108 LGAs were affected.
These figures highlight the need for continued vigilance, early detection, and strict preventive measures.
🔗 Read the full Situation Report:
Week 19: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/de18cb8cc4f7592536d94bbd70ae4d1e.pdf
Protect yourself and prevent Lassa fever by:
✅ Keeping your environment clean and free of rodents
✅ Storing food in tightly covered containers
✅ Disposing of waste properly and keeping homes clutter-free
✅ Seeking medical care early when you notice symptoms such as fever, weakness, headache, or bleeding.
#LassaFever #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria
In Week 22 and 23 of 2026, Nigeria recorded sustained #LassaFever activity, according to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention.
In week 22, a Total of 125 new suspected cases were reported, along with 13 new confirmed cases and 2 new confirmed death.
In week 23, A Total of 138 new suspected cases were reported, along with 13 new confirmed cases and 4 new confirmed death. Additionally, 22 states and 109 LGAs were affected.
These figures highlight the need for continued vigilance, early detection, and strict preventive measures.
🔗 Read the full Situation Report:
Week 22: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/cdb2eb8acf8dbf93a9a17b597f8da884.pdf
Week 23: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/f44e35aaf1d93099d1ea88cd67ac4144.pdf
Protect yourself and prevent Lassa fever by:
✅ Keeping your environment clean and free of rodents
✅ Storing food in tightly covered containers
✅ Disposing of waste properly and keeping homes clutter-free
✅ Seeking medical care early when you notice symptoms such as fever, weakness, headache, or bleeding.
#LassaFever #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria
In week 22, a Total of 125 new suspected cases were reported, along with 13 new confirmed cases and 2 new confirmed death.
In week 23, A Total of 138 new suspected cases were reported, along with 13 new confirmed cases and 4 new confirmed death. Additionally, 22 states and 109 LGAs were affected.
These figures highlight the need for continued vigilance, early detection, and strict preventive measures.
🔗 Read the full Situation Report:
Week 22: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/cdb2eb8acf8dbf93a9a17b597f8da884.pdf
Week 23: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/f44e35aaf1d93099d1ea88cd67ac4144.pdf
Protect yourself and prevent Lassa fever by:
✅ Keeping your environment clean and free of rodents
✅ Storing food in tightly covered containers
✅ Disposing of waste properly and keeping homes clutter-free
✅ Seeking medical care early when you notice symptoms such as fever, weakness, headache, or bleeding.
#LassaFever #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria
In Week 24, 25 and 23 of 2026, Nigeria recorded sustained #LassaFever activity, according to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention.
In week 24, a Total of 149 new suspected cases were reported, along with 13 new confirmed cases and 2 new confirmed death.
In week 25, A Total of 150 new suspected cases were reported, along with 22 new confirmed cases and 3 new confirmed death.
In week 26, A Total of 205 new suspected cases were reported, along with 31 new confirmed cases and 2 new confirmed death. Additionally, 23 states and 111 LGAs were affected.
These figures highlight the need for continued vigilance, early detection, and strict preventive measures.
🔗 Read the full Situation Report:
Week 24: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/235b8dd88f04846cb16abf2b04ce3240.pdf
Week 25: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/2b5eb87b18e46a8cce84ebc1385bc1ea.pdf
Week 26: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/35ce4df24164fc021ce29b3641d7af88.pdf
Protect yourself and prevent Lassa fever by:
✅ Keeping your environment clean and free of rodents
✅ Storing food in tightly covered containers
✅ Disposing of waste properly and keeping homes clutter-free
✅ Seeking medical care early when you notice symptoms such as fever, weakness, headache, or bleeding.
#LassaFever #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria
In week 24, a Total of 149 new suspected cases were reported, along with 13 new confirmed cases and 2 new confirmed death.
In week 25, A Total of 150 new suspected cases were reported, along with 22 new confirmed cases and 3 new confirmed death.
In week 26, A Total of 205 new suspected cases were reported, along with 31 new confirmed cases and 2 new confirmed death. Additionally, 23 states and 111 LGAs were affected.
These figures highlight the need for continued vigilance, early detection, and strict preventive measures.
🔗 Read the full Situation Report:
Week 24: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/235b8dd88f04846cb16abf2b04ce3240.pdf
Week 25: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/2b5eb87b18e46a8cce84ebc1385bc1ea.pdf
Week 26: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/35ce4df24164fc021ce29b3641d7af88.pdf
Protect yourself and prevent Lassa fever by:
✅ Keeping your environment clean and free of rodents
✅ Storing food in tightly covered containers
✅ Disposing of waste properly and keeping homes clutter-free
✅ Seeking medical care early when you notice symptoms such as fever, weakness, headache, or bleeding.
#LassaFever #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria
In Week 27 and 28 of 2026, Nigeria recorded sustained #LassaFever activity, according to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention.
In week 27, a Total of 154 new suspected cases were reported, along with 14 new confirmed cases and 3 new confirmed death.
In week 28, A Total of 216 new suspected cases were reported, along with 25 new confirmed cases and 4 new confirmed death. Additionally, 23 states and 114 LGAs were affected.
These figures highlight the need for continued vigilance, early detection, and strict preventive measures.
🔗 Read the full Situation Report:
Week 27: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/2818e883cef02e01ed8064c59c380f7f.pdf
Week 28:https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/8456b5cb3922b821cb60366351b530da.pdf
Protect yourself and prevent Lassa fever by:
✅ Keeping your environment clean and free of rodents
✅ Storing food in tightly covered containers
✅ Disposing of waste properly and keeping homes clutter-free
✅ Seeking medical care early when you notice symptoms such as fever, weakness, headache, or bleeding.
#LassaFever #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria
In week 27, a Total of 154 new suspected cases were reported, along with 14 new confirmed cases and 3 new confirmed death.
In week 28, A Total of 216 new suspected cases were reported, along with 25 new confirmed cases and 4 new confirmed death. Additionally, 23 states and 114 LGAs were affected.
These figures highlight the need for continued vigilance, early detection, and strict preventive measures.
🔗 Read the full Situation Report:
Week 27: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/2818e883cef02e01ed8064c59c380f7f.pdf
Week 28:https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/8456b5cb3922b821cb60366351b530da.pdf
Protect yourself and prevent Lassa fever by:
✅ Keeping your environment clean and free of rodents
✅ Storing food in tightly covered containers
✅ Disposing of waste properly and keeping homes clutter-free
✅ Seeking medical care early when you notice symptoms such as fever, weakness, headache, or bleeding.
#LassaFever #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria
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In Week 29 and 30 of 2026, Nigeria recorded decreased Lassa Fever activity.
In week 29, a total of 173 new suspected cases were reported, along with 20 new confirmed cases and 2 new confirmed death.
In Week 30, 227 new suspected cases, 17 confirmed cases and 6 confirmed deaths were recorded, with cases reported across 23 states and 116 Local Government Areas (LGAs).
While the number of confirmed cases declined, the continued detection of cases and deaths reinforces the need for constant vigilance, early detection and prompt response.
Everyone has a role to play in preventing Lassa fever.
Protect yourself and prevent Lassa fever by:
✅ Keeping your environment clean and free of rodents
✅ Storing food in tightly covered containers
✅ Disposing of waste properly and keeping homes clutter-free
✅ Seeking medical care early when you notice symptoms such as fever, weakness, headache, or bleeding.
🔗 Read the full Situation Report:
Week 29: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/85abecf63f1eaf25b8e5b6fb871eeff3.pdf
Week 30: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/f4e7c9199cc83d82bfa149d43bfb6ed9.pdf
#LassaFever #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria
In week 29, a total of 173 new suspected cases were reported, along with 20 new confirmed cases and 2 new confirmed death.
In Week 30, 227 new suspected cases, 17 confirmed cases and 6 confirmed deaths were recorded, with cases reported across 23 states and 116 Local Government Areas (LGAs).
While the number of confirmed cases declined, the continued detection of cases and deaths reinforces the need for constant vigilance, early detection and prompt response.
Everyone has a role to play in preventing Lassa fever.
Protect yourself and prevent Lassa fever by:
✅ Keeping your environment clean and free of rodents
✅ Storing food in tightly covered containers
✅ Disposing of waste properly and keeping homes clutter-free
✅ Seeking medical care early when you notice symptoms such as fever, weakness, headache, or bleeding.
🔗 Read the full Situation Report:
Week 29: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/85abecf63f1eaf25b8e5b6fb871eeff3.pdf
Week 30: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/f4e7c9199cc83d82bfa149d43bfb6ed9.pdf
#LassaFever #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria
Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)
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In Week 32 of 2026, Nigeria recorded decreased Lassa fever activity, then subsequently an increase in the figures in week 33 of 2026.
In Week 32, a total of 140 new suspected cases were reported, along with 4 new confirmed cases and 1 new confirmed death.
In Week 33, 151 new suspected cases, 14 confirmed cases and 2 confirmed deaths were recorded, with cases reported across 23 states and 117 Local Government Areas (LGAs).
While the number of confirmed cases seems to fluctuate, the continued detection of cases and deaths reinforces the need for constant vigilance, early detection and prompt response.
Everyone has a role to play in preventing Lassa fever.
Protect yourself and prevent Lassa fever by:
✅ Keeping your environment clean and free of rodents
✅ Storing food in tightly covered containers
✅ Disposing of waste properly and keeping homes clutter-free
✅ Seeking medical care early when you notice symptoms such as fever, weakness, headache, or bleeding.
🔗 Read the attached Situation Report for more details.
Week 32: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/96c09a30808c7b5d5f3db045fe340770.pdf
Week 33: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/fe81caea94c6909fe650cd814949a985.pdf
#LassaFever #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria
In Week 32, a total of 140 new suspected cases were reported, along with 4 new confirmed cases and 1 new confirmed death.
In Week 33, 151 new suspected cases, 14 confirmed cases and 2 confirmed deaths were recorded, with cases reported across 23 states and 117 Local Government Areas (LGAs).
While the number of confirmed cases seems to fluctuate, the continued detection of cases and deaths reinforces the need for constant vigilance, early detection and prompt response.
Everyone has a role to play in preventing Lassa fever.
Protect yourself and prevent Lassa fever by:
✅ Keeping your environment clean and free of rodents
✅ Storing food in tightly covered containers
✅ Disposing of waste properly and keeping homes clutter-free
✅ Seeking medical care early when you notice symptoms such as fever, weakness, headache, or bleeding.
🔗 Read the attached Situation Report for more details.
Week 32: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/96c09a30808c7b5d5f3db045fe340770.pdf
Week 33: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/fe81caea94c6909fe650cd814949a985.pdf
#LassaFever #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria
Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)
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In Week 34 of 2026, Nigeria recorded further increase in Lassa fever activity.
A total of 146 new suspected cases were reported, alongside 21 confirmed cases and 1 confirmed death.
The continued occurrence of Lassa fever cases and deaths reinforces the importance of constant vigilance, early detection and prompt response.
Everyone has a role to play in preventing Lassa fever.
Protect yourself and prevent Lassa fever by:
✅ Keeping your environment clean and free of rodents
✅ Storing food in tightly covered containers
✅ Disposing of waste properly and keeping homes clutter-free
✅ Seeking medical care early when you notice symptoms such as fever, weakness, headache, or bleeding.
🔗 Read the attached Situation Report for more details.
Week 34: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/b0fedda076a0b27d21d5a09678dd69a0.pdf
#LassaFever #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria
A total of 146 new suspected cases were reported, alongside 21 confirmed cases and 1 confirmed death.
The continued occurrence of Lassa fever cases and deaths reinforces the importance of constant vigilance, early detection and prompt response.
Everyone has a role to play in preventing Lassa fever.
Protect yourself and prevent Lassa fever by:
✅ Keeping your environment clean and free of rodents
✅ Storing food in tightly covered containers
✅ Disposing of waste properly and keeping homes clutter-free
✅ Seeking medical care early when you notice symptoms such as fever, weakness, headache, or bleeding.
🔗 Read the attached Situation Report for more details.
Week 34: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/b0fedda076a0b27d21d5a09678dd69a0.pdf
#LassaFever #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria
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Prevent Lassa Fever: Keep Rodents Away From Your Home
Lassa fever is a viral disease that can be spread through contact with infected rodents.
Protect your household by:
✔️ Keeping your surroundings free of waste and clutter
✔️ Sealing holes and openings where rodents can enter
✔️Avoiding bush burning which may drive rodents into homes
#LassaFever #LassaFeverPrevention #RodentControl #DiseasePrevention #PublicHealth
Lassa fever is a viral disease that can be spread through contact with infected rodents.
Protect your household by:
✔️ Keeping your surroundings free of waste and clutter
✔️ Sealing holes and openings where rodents can enter
✔️Avoiding bush burning which may drive rodents into homes
#LassaFever #LassaFeverPrevention #RodentControl #DiseasePrevention #PublicHealth
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Prevent Lassa Fever: Keep Food Away From Rodents
Do not leave food unprotected. Rodents can contaminate food with their urine, droppings and other body fluids, potentially causing Lassa fever infection.
To protect your household:
✔️ Do not dry food on bare ground.
✔️ Keep food away from areas accessible to rodents.
✔️ Store food in clean, tightly covered containers.
✔️ Keep food preparation and storage areas clean.
Prevent Lassa fever.
#LassaFever #LassaFeverPrevention #RodentControl #FoodSafety #PublicHealth
Do not leave food unprotected. Rodents can contaminate food with their urine, droppings and other body fluids, potentially causing Lassa fever infection.
To protect your household:
✔️ Do not dry food on bare ground.
✔️ Keep food away from areas accessible to rodents.
✔️ Store food in clean, tightly covered containers.
✔️ Keep food preparation and storage areas clean.
Prevent Lassa fever.
#LassaFever #LassaFeverPrevention #RodentControl #FoodSafety #PublicHealth
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Prevent Lassa Fever: Avoid Contact With Rodents
Avoid unsafe and unnecessary contact with rodents. Do not handle rodents with your bare hands, whether they are alive or dead.
✔️ Avoid touching rodents directly ✔️ Keep children away from rodents ✔️ Keep your home and surroundings free from rodent infestation ✔️ Seek safe and appropriate ways to remove rodents from your environment
Avoid contact. Stay safe. Prevent Lassa fever.
#LassaFever #LassaFeverPrevention #RodentControl #DiseasePrevention #PublicHealth
Avoid unsafe and unnecessary contact with rodents. Do not handle rodents with your bare hands, whether they are alive or dead.
✔️ Avoid touching rodents directly ✔️ Keep children away from rodents ✔️ Keep your home and surroundings free from rodent infestation ✔️ Seek safe and appropriate ways to remove rodents from your environment
Avoid contact. Stay safe. Prevent Lassa fever.
#LassaFever #LassaFeverPrevention #RodentControl #DiseasePrevention #PublicHealth
Do not ignore persistent fever.
If you have been treated for malaria but your fever is not improving, return promptly to a healthcare facility for further assessment.
Do not wait until you become seriously ill.
#OneHealth #LassaFever #NCDC #HealthWatch
If you have been treated for malaria but your fever is not improving, return promptly to a healthcare facility for further assessment.
Do not wait until you become seriously ill.
#OneHealth #LassaFever #NCDC #HealthWatch
Lassa fever is highly infectious. There are simple actions we can all take to protect ourselves and loved ones:
✔️Store food and grains in tightly covered containers to protect them from contamination by rodents.
✔️Keep rodents out of your home by maintaining clean surroundings, disposing of waste properly, and blocking openings through which rodents can enter.
✔️Avoid direct contact with infected persons and their belongings.
Stay informed. Stay safe.
#Lassafever #PublicHealth #DiseasePrevention
✔️Store food and grains in tightly covered containers to protect them from contamination by rodents.
✔️Keep rodents out of your home by maintaining clean surroundings, disposing of waste properly, and blocking openings through which rodents can enter.
✔️Avoid direct contact with infected persons and their belongings.
Stay informed. Stay safe.
#Lassafever #PublicHealth #DiseasePrevention
Healthcare workers should maintain a high index of suspicion for Lassa fever, especially in patients with persistent or unexplained fever.
Promptly report suspected cases to the LGA Disease Surveillance and Notification officer and refer for laboratory testing.
Stay alert. Stay informed. Stay safe.
#LassaFever #PublicHealth #DiseasePrevention
Promptly report suspected cases to the LGA Disease Surveillance and Notification officer and refer for laboratory testing.
Stay alert. Stay informed. Stay safe.
#LassaFever #PublicHealth #DiseasePrevention
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Prevent Lassa Fever: Keep Your Surroundings Clean
Rodents are attracted to food waste and poorly managed refuse. Keeping your environment clean prevents rodents from finding food and shelter in and around your home
✔️ Dispose of refuse properly and keep your surroundings free from clutter
✔️ Keep waste bins covered
✔️ Clean up food spills and leftovers
Stay informed. Stay safe.
#LassaFever #LassaFeverPrevention #RodentControl #EnvironmentalHealth #PublicHealth
Rodents are attracted to food waste and poorly managed refuse. Keeping your environment clean prevents rodents from finding food and shelter in and around your home
✔️ Dispose of refuse properly and keep your surroundings free from clutter
✔️ Keep waste bins covered
✔️ Clean up food spills and leftovers
Stay informed. Stay safe.
#LassaFever #LassaFeverPrevention #RodentControl #EnvironmentalHealth #PublicHealth
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Not Every Fever Is Malaria
Fever, headache, weakness and other symptoms can have different causes, including Lassa fever.
If fever persists or worsens, avoid self-medication and seek medical attention for proper assessment, diagnosis and treatment.
Know the signs. Seek care. Protect yourself and others.
#LassaFever #DiseasePrevention #PublicHealth
Fever, headache, weakness and other symptoms can have different causes, including Lassa fever.
If fever persists or worsens, avoid self-medication and seek medical attention for proper assessment, diagnosis and treatment.
Know the signs. Seek care. Protect yourself and others.
#LassaFever #DiseasePrevention #PublicHealth
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Travelled to an area where Lassa fever occurs? Know when to seek care.
If you feel unwell after travel, seek medical attention promptly and tell your healthcare provider about your recent travel history.
Do not self-medicate or wait for symptoms to worsen.
Early action can save lives.
#LassaFever #PublicHealth #DiseasePrevention
If you feel unwell after travel, seek medical attention promptly and tell your healthcare provider about your recent travel history.
Do not self-medicate or wait for symptoms to worsen.
Early action can save lives.
#LassaFever #PublicHealth #DiseasePrevention
A clean environment is a safer environment.
Good hygiene and proper sanitation can help reduce the risk of Lassa fever.
Always keep your surroundings clean:
Dispose of waste properly, store food safely in rodent proof containers and
prevent rodents from getting into your home and water sources.
Stay informed. Stay safe.
#LassaFever #LassaFeverPrevention #CleanEnvironment #GoodHygiene #NCDC
Good hygiene and proper sanitation can help reduce the risk of Lassa fever.
Always keep your surroundings clean:
Dispose of waste properly, store food safely in rodent proof containers and
prevent rodents from getting into your home and water sources.
Stay informed. Stay safe.
#LassaFever #LassaFeverPrevention #CleanEnvironment #GoodHygiene #NCDC
In Weeks 37 and 38 of 2026, Nigeria recorded a rise in Lassa fever activity followed by a decline.
In Week 37, a total of 158 new suspected cases were reported, along with 17 new confirmed cases and no new confirmed deaths.
In Week 38, 120 new suspected cases, 11 confirmed cases and 4 confirmed deaths were recorded, bringing the 2026 total to 1,115 confirmed cases and 263 deaths across 24 states and 119 Local Government Areas (LGAs).
Prevent Lassa fever by:
✅ Keeping your environment clean and free of rodents
✅ Storing food in tightly covered containers
✅ Disposing of waste properly and keeping homes clutter-free
✅ Seeking medical care early when you notice symptoms such as fever, weakness, headache or bleeding
Week 37: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/cb77a8ac62184c6c9d01a9c7ea977518.pdf
Week 38: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/c9ed1ea6f787c26fdb548d4e514a0f94.pdf
#LassaFever #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria
In Week 37, a total of 158 new suspected cases were reported, along with 17 new confirmed cases and no new confirmed deaths.
In Week 38, 120 new suspected cases, 11 confirmed cases and 4 confirmed deaths were recorded, bringing the 2026 total to 1,115 confirmed cases and 263 deaths across 24 states and 119 Local Government Areas (LGAs).
Prevent Lassa fever by:
✅ Keeping your environment clean and free of rodents
✅ Storing food in tightly covered containers
✅ Disposing of waste properly and keeping homes clutter-free
✅ Seeking medical care early when you notice symptoms such as fever, weakness, headache or bleeding
Week 37: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/cb77a8ac62184c6c9d01a9c7ea977518.pdf
Week 38: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/c9ed1ea6f787c26fdb548d4e514a0f94.pdf
#LassaFever #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria
Nigeria recorded decreased Lassa fever activity in Weeks 39 and 40 of 2026.
📊 Week 39: 106 suspected cases, 13 confirmed cases, 4 deaths (all in Ondo State)
📊 Week 40: 28 suspected cases, 3 confirmed cases, 1 death (Bauchi and Benue States)
As of Week 40, Nigeria has recorded 1,138 confirmed cases and 268 deaths in 2026 (CFR 23.6%, up from 18.6% in the same period of 2025), across 24 states and 119 LGAs.
Protect yourself:
✅ Keep your environment clean and rodent-free
✅ Store food in tightly covered containers
✅ Dispose of waste properly
✅ Seek medical care early if you have fever, weakness, headache or bleeding
🔗 Full reports:
Week 39: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/46587bbc9eee1940dc70bab86f4a7b57.pdf
Week 40: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/5787a159c91369aef57d8e962e25d21d.pdf
#LassaFever #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria
📊 Week 39: 106 suspected cases, 13 confirmed cases, 4 deaths (all in Ondo State)
📊 Week 40: 28 suspected cases, 3 confirmed cases, 1 death (Bauchi and Benue States)
As of Week 40, Nigeria has recorded 1,138 confirmed cases and 268 deaths in 2026 (CFR 23.6%, up from 18.6% in the same period of 2025), across 24 states and 119 LGAs.
Protect yourself:
✅ Keep your environment clean and rodent-free
✅ Store food in tightly covered containers
✅ Dispose of waste properly
✅ Seek medical care early if you have fever, weakness, headache or bleeding
🔗 Full reports:
Week 39: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/46587bbc9eee1940dc70bab86f4a7b57.pdf
Week 40: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/5787a159c91369aef57d8e962e25d21d.pdf
#LassaFever #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria
Lassa fever is preventable. Avoid contact with rodents, store food properly and maintain good hygiene.
If you feel unwell, avoid self-medication and seek care promptly at a health facility. Early detection saves lives.
Stay informed. Stay safe.
#LassaFever #PublicHealth #NigeriaCDC
If you feel unwell, avoid self-medication and seek care promptly at a health facility. Early detection saves lives.
Stay informed. Stay safe.
#LassaFever #PublicHealth #NigeriaCDC