Suspected meningitis outbreak kills 26 in Kebbi – Govt

 

The Kebbi State Government has confirmed that 26 people have died from a suspected outbreak of cerebrospinal meningitis in Aliero, Gwandu, and Jega local government areas.

Cerebrospinal meningitis is a serious infection that causes inflammation of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord.

It is usually caused by bacteria or viruses and can spread from person to person.

Symptoms include fever, severe headache, neck stiffness, nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light. If not treated quickly, it can lead to serious complications or death.

Details later…

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