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Lassa Fever Resurfaces In Abeokuta; One Person Dead Already by 247frolic(m): 4:08pm On Dec 20, 2016


The Federal Medical Centre (FMC) AbeokutaTuesday confirmed the death of a Nursing staff to Lassa fever, while two others have been placed observation.

The victim reportedly died last week after battling with the sickness, which is also known as Lassa hemorrhagic fever (LHF).

The hospital Head of Information, Segun Orisajo confirmed the development to our Correspondent, but assured that the management has put up necessary measures to curtail the situation.

He said the victim, identified as Adebusuyi Bolanle died from complications which arose from contacting the fever.

"Yes, I can confirmed that we lost a staff Nurse to the Lassa fever and two others are undergoing observation as I speak with you. The immediate families of the deceased have been contacted and they were here today (Tuesday) for observation.

"The state commissioner for health, Dr. Babatunde Ipaye has been here too to carry out the necessary steps to stop the spread. The management can assure staff and patients that everything is under checks," Orisajo said.


http://www.dailytrust.com.ng/news/health/lassa-fever-hits-abeokuta-1-dead-2-placed-under-surveillance/176895.html#77QAHs7WphCxrRd2.99
Re: Lassa Fever Resurfaces In Abeokuta; One Person Dead Already by wckabuoh(m): 4:17pm On Dec 20, 2016
Again Who says recession will not resurface again next year Nigeria needs a divine intervention.

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Re: Lassa Fever Resurfaces In Abeokuta; One Person Dead Already by honey001(m): 4:18pm On Dec 20, 2016
Aaaah! Not again oooh....
Re: Lassa Fever Resurfaces In Abeokuta; One Person Dead Already by BazyLastard: 4:18pm On Dec 20, 2016
Should bring down the price of bush rat this christmas sha

I have officially decided to look at the silver lining to every bad news in Nigeria these days before High BP go kii me

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Re: Lassa Fever Resurfaces In Abeokuta; One Person Dead Already by laryom1(m): 4:19pm On Dec 20, 2016
I hope they do something about it on time cuz with the current economic situation in the country, the spread might be a massive one.


#SayNoToBushRatsConsumption.
Re: Lassa Fever Resurfaces In Abeokuta; One Person Dead Already by Greenbullet(m): 4:19pm On Dec 20, 2016
Gobe!
Re: Lassa Fever Resurfaces In Abeokuta; One Person Dead Already by nwosu35: 4:19pm On Dec 20, 2016
ALL EVIL ARE JUST RESURFACING ... although its a repeat of . . . Govt.

So Expect all EVIL . . . .
Re: Lassa Fever Resurfaces In Abeokuta; One Person Dead Already by Chillypelly(m): 4:20pm On Dec 20, 2016
Afonja and dirt; bread and butter, 5 and 6, embarassedAfonja and dirt; bread and butter, 5 and 6,

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Re: Lassa Fever Resurfaces In Abeokuta; One Person Dead Already by kingphilip(m): 4:21pm On Dec 20, 2016
Ok
Re: Lassa Fever Resurfaces In Abeokuta; One Person Dead Already by Elchappo: 4:21pm On Dec 20, 2016
With the high cost of meat this season, lassa fever case go plenty ooo cous meat nah meat, whether house rat meat or Bush rat own....
Re: Lassa Fever Resurfaces In Abeokuta; One Person Dead Already by onyee25(f): 4:21pm On Dec 20, 2016
Nigeria which way
Re: Lassa Fever Resurfaces In Abeokuta; One Person Dead Already by steppin: 4:21pm On Dec 20, 2016
Price of something go finally come down this Christmas.
Re: Lassa Fever Resurfaces In Abeokuta; One Person Dead Already by Keziehenry(m): 4:21pm On Dec 20, 2016
Buhari and bad news eehn
Re: Lassa Fever Resurfaces In Abeokuta; One Person Dead Already by Atiku2019: 4:21pm On Dec 20, 2016
Chillypelly:
Afonja and dirt; bread and butter, 5 and 6, embarassedAfonja and dirt; bread and butter, 5 and 6,

Haba we must not play the ethnic card 24hours a day Bro smiley

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Re: Lassa Fever Resurfaces In Abeokuta; One Person Dead Already by toluleke(m): 4:22pm On Dec 20, 2016
God save us..This 2016 is the toughest Year for Nigeria. Recession ,Buhari and other bad omen.

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Re: Lassa Fever Resurfaces In Abeokuta; One Person Dead Already by Edenoscar(m): 4:22pm On Dec 20, 2016
And am planning to have rat soup this christmas

Re: Lassa Fever Resurfaces In Abeokuta; One Person Dead Already by slurryeye: 4:22pm On Dec 20, 2016
Chillypelly:
Afonja and dirt; bread and butter, 5 and 6, embarassedAfonja and dirt; bread and butter, 5 and 6,

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Re: Lassa Fever Resurfaces In Abeokuta; One Person Dead Already by africanusvu(m): 4:23pm On Dec 20, 2016
At last.the Ooni of ife wld see reason to stay one place and stop moving frm place to place.he atends even child dedication

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Re: Lassa Fever Resurfaces In Abeokuta; One Person Dead Already by emmalexabl(m): 4:23pm On Dec 20, 2016
BazyLastard:
Should bring down the price of bush rat this christmas sha




You read the article that says one is dead from lassa fever and even more people might be affected.. ,and that thrash you posted there was what ur brain could process...... angry angry

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Re: Lassa Fever Resurfaces In Abeokuta; One Person Dead Already by Nobody: 4:23pm On Dec 20, 2016
Rip to d dead. The govt should do d needful .
Re: Lassa Fever Resurfaces In Abeokuta; One Person Dead Already by collitexnaira(m): 4:23pm On Dec 20, 2016
Will bad news ever end in this country

I just pray Ebola doesn't return, bcus that one go cause panic pass MMM
Re: Lassa Fever Resurfaces In Abeokuta; One Person Dead Already by notoriousbabe: 4:24pm On Dec 20, 2016
No wonder Buhari comot MMM for our hand
Re: Lassa Fever Resurfaces In Abeokuta; One Person Dead Already by notoriousbabe: 4:25pm On Dec 20, 2016
collitexnaira:
Will bad news ever end in this country
for where?
Re: Lassa Fever Resurfaces In Abeokuta; One Person Dead Already by BazyLastard: 4:25pm On Dec 20, 2016
emmalexabl:

You read the article that says one is dead from lassa fever and even more people might be affected.. ,and that thrash you posted there was what ur brain could process...... angry angry

Chief, if you didn't like it, you could very well have ignored it and moved on. What is the need for getting personal with insults? What exactly do you gain from an online cat fight?

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Re: Lassa Fever Resurfaces In Abeokuta; One Person Dead Already by Nobody: 4:25pm On Dec 20, 2016
We must see 2017 IJN.
Re: Lassa Fever Resurfaces In Abeokuta; One Person Dead Already by damoneymag(m): 4:27pm On Dec 20, 2016
BazyLastard:
Should bring down the price of bush rat this christmas sha

I have officially decided to look at the silver lining to every bad news in Nigeria these days before High BP go kii me
Yes ooo. the rate at which we read and hear bad news in this country eeee.. If one does not ''look for silver lining'' nah cardiac arrest ooo
Re: Lassa Fever Resurfaces In Abeokuta; One Person Dead Already by TINALETC3(f): 4:27pm On Dec 20, 2016
grin grin dat guy is sick
emmalexabl:





You read the article that says one is dead from lassa fever and even more people might be affected.. ,and that thrash you posted there was what ur brain could process...... angry angry
Re: Lassa Fever Resurfaces In Abeokuta; One Person Dead Already by Lanre4uonly(m): 4:29pm On Dec 20, 2016
This is serious. May God comfort the bereaved the family. It is well with the two persons undergoing observation.
Re: Lassa Fever Resurfaces In Abeokuta; One Person Dead Already by notoriousbabe: 4:30pm On Dec 20, 2016
I blame lala for this,the guy is always in the Bush looking for Bush meat especially snakes
Re: Lassa Fever Resurfaces In Abeokuta; One Person Dead Already by notoriousbabe: 4:31pm On Dec 20, 2016
TINALETC3:
grin grin dat guy is sick
how far?where is my cucumber ?
Re: Lassa Fever Resurfaces In Abeokuta; One Person Dead Already by Charlesdock(m): 4:31pm On Dec 20, 2016
Chillypelly:
Afonja and dirt; bread and butter, 5 and 6, embarassedAfonja and dirt; bread and butter, 5 and 6,
you get problem

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