Lassa Fever Kills 44-year-old Woman in Ibadan, Oyo Government Activates Emergency Response
The Oyo State Government has confirmed a case of Lassa fever at the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan.
The case involved a 44-year-old woman who was treated at UCH and sadly passed away.
In a statement issued by the Honourable Commissioner for Health, Dr. Oluwaserimi Ajetunmobi, the State Government, through the Ministry of Health, has immediately activated its emergency response mechanisms following the confirmation of the case.
She added that the Incident Management System (IMS) for Lassa fever has been fully activated to coordinate all response activities.
The Commissioner explained that several key measures have been taken, including the identification and monitoring of all contacts of the deceased, as well as ensuring a safe and dignified burial.
Dr. Ajetunmobi urged residents to seek immediate medical attention if they experience symptoms such as persistent fever, weakness or extreme fatigue, sore throat, vomiting or diarrhoea, unexplained bleeding (from the gums, nose, urine, or injection sites), chest pain, or difficulty breathing.
The Commissioner reaffirmed that the Oyo State Government remains fully committed to protecting the health and safety of residents.
She noted that surveillance has been intensified across the state and that all health facilities have been placed on high alert.