Lassa fever

More than 20 years ago, its scientists identified Lassa fever, which is often fatal.

Currently, there are no approved vaccines against Lassa fever for use in humans.

With Lassa fever, in particular, diagnosis can be tricky.

They are observing family members, hospital workers and others with whom he came in close contact for evidence of Lassa fever.

The hospital was destroyed in the conflict and the spread of Lassa fever grew worse.

Additional information about Lassa fever and patient management is provided in the flow charts at the end of this document.

Signs and symptoms of Lassa fever typically occur 1-3 weeks after the patient comes into contact with the virus.

Approximately 15%-20% of patients hospitalized for Lassa fever die from the illness.

What needs to be done to address the threat of Lassa fever?

Research is presently under way to develop a vaccine for Lassa fever.