Four dead, 177 cases recorded so far from unknown illness in Zamfara: Commissioner
The Zamfara commissioner for health, Dr Aisha Anka, has confirmed the outbreak of unknown illness in the state which recorded four deaths and 177 cases so far.
Ms Anka confirmed this in a statement issued in Gusau on Friday by the information officer of the ministry, Bello Ibrahim.
According to the commissioner, the disease is characterised by abdominal distension, accumulation of fluid in the abdomen, enlarged liver, enlarged spleen, fever and general body weakness.
“The illness is found in Maradun, Shinkafi and Gusau local government areas in the state.
“Children are mostly affected and the cases are associated with water consumption.
“So far, four deaths have been recorded, 177 cases were detected,” Ms Anka said.
“The incident has been reported to the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), partners and all other relevant stakeholders.
“The ministry of health is currently in the emergency response phase to identify the illnesses and causes.
“Various biological human and animal samples, soil samples, water samples, agricultural and foodstuff samples have been taken to Lagos and Abuja laboratories for analysis.
“The ministry will continue to update the general public and all relevant stakeholders and partners on any update about the outbreak,” she added.
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