Sunday, December 16, 2012

Undetermined Disease Strikes Nigeria

A village in Nigeria has been struck by as yet undetermined disease, killing 5 and impacting 200 households.

Usman Lamorde, member representing Mubi-South in the state House of Assembly on Wednesday confirmed the death toll, saying the nature of the disease has not been determined.
Speaking on the floor of the House,Usman Lamorde said over 200 household were affected in  Nduku-Seranyi village.
“This disease comes without warning, and by the time it is discovered, it’s too late. The disease is characterized by excessive vomiting, diarrhoea, high fever and in some instances, coughing, hence the need for urgent intervention,” he said.

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