At least two people have died from Lassa fever in Plateau, the state Commissioner for Health, Fom Dakwak, has said.
The commissioner also said two others are on admittance at the hospital for the disease.
Premium Times (Abuja)
Nigeria: Two Die of Lassa Fever in Plateau
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