Lassa fever is an animal-borne, or zoonotic, acute viral illness. It is endemic in parts of West Africa including Sierra Leone, Liberia, Guinea and Nigeria. Neighboring countries are also at risk, as the animal vector for Lassa virus, the “multimammate rat” (Mastomys natalensis) is distributed throughout the region.
The illness was discovered in 1969 and is named after the town in Nigeria where the first cases occurred. Recently the news media reported that there is another outbreak of this illness in Nigeria. Continue reading to see ways you can stay safe in this period.
Keep your environment, whether home or office/workshop, clean., Cover all foods and water properly., Cook all foods thoroughly, Block all rats hideouts in your home, office/workshop….see more tips int he images below
Do not use bare hands to pick up dead rats or animals around your house—Use Disposable Hand Gloves
When working around your house, use a Disposable NOSE MASK to protect your nose.
Whenever you feel feverish, use a simple thermometer to check your temperature
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Stay Safe this season.
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