Rivers has Taken Steps to Combat Lassa Fever, Says Gov's Chief of Staff
The Rivers State Government has said it has taken concrete steps to combat the further spread of Lassa fever in the state.
“The Rivers State Government through the Ministry of Health has taken drastic measures with the support of his Excellency the Governor of Rivers State to combat the further spread of the Lassa fever, and I believe that in the last one week, we have not heard about any new case of Lassa fever in the state,” he said.
“Those of you who work here will understand the sensitive nature of Government House. It is an epicentre of the state, whatever knowledge you acquire from this programme, take it home and educate your neighbours, your friends, associates, church members and business colleges on the awareness to avoid the spread of Lassa fever,” he said.
He said if proper hygiene is observed, people in the society will avoid 70 per cent of contagious diseases.
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