The Federal Government has alerted Nigerians about the resurgence of Cerebrospinal Meningitis, stressing the heightened risk during the dry season.

Meningitis is an infection and inflammation of the fluid and membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. These membranes are called meninges. The inflammation from meningitis typically triggers symptoms such as headache, fever and a stiff neck.

Last year, the disease claimed 190 lives nationwide, according to the Federal Government.

Ifedayo Adetufa, Director General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, reported 2,765 suspected and 303 confirmed cases with 190 deaths in 140 local government areas across 30 states, including the Federal Capital Territory.

Adetufa highlighted the prevalence of the disease in the “Meningitis Belt,” comprising 19 northern states, the FCT, and some southern states.

https://newsroundtheclock.com/fg-alerts-nigerians-to-cerebrospinal-meningitis-resurgence-urges-public-to-take-precaution-during-dry-season/

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