The persistence and mortality of Lassa fever in Nigeria reflect systemic clinical and diagnostic challenges rather than viral reemergence alone - Scorecard - MDSpire

The persistence and mortality of Lassa fever in Nigeria reflect systemic clinical and diagnostic challenges rather than viral reemergence alone

  • By

  • Opeyemi Hammed

  • Miracle Adesina

  • Busayo Buoye

  • Damilare Taiwo

  • Isaac Olufadewa

  • Dorcas Alabi

  • June 17, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Challenges in Diagnosis and Care Contribute to Persistent Mortality from Lassa Fever in Nigeria, Beyond Viral Reemergence

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              The persistence and mortality of Lassa fever in Nigeria reflect systemic clinical and diagnostic challenges rather than viral reemergence alone

              • by Opeyemi Hammed, Miracle Adesina, Busayo Buoye, Damilare Taiwo, Isaac Olufadewa, Dorcas Alabi

              • June 17, 2026

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