Event Brief
Lassa Fever Infections Decline, Fatality Rate Rises
Filed: Mar 16, 2026 at 6:05 PM ET
Summary: Nigeria reports a drop in new Lassa fever infections but a rise in the case fatality rate amid ongoing outbreak efforts.
WHO: Nigeria
WHAT: Lassa fever outbreak update
WHEN: Mar 16, 2026 at 5:03 PM ET
WHERE: Nigeria
WHY: To inform about the current status of Lassa fever infections and fatalities.
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