The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has reported 1,086 confirmed Lassa fever cases and 259 deaths across 24 states and 118 local government areas in 2026. The agency disclosed this in its Lassa Fever Situation Report for epidemiological week 36. The NCDC continues to monitor and respond to the outbreak. The report highlights the ongoing public health challenge posed by Lassa fever in Nigeria.
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