The World Health Organisation (WHO) has confirmed 13 cases of Yellow Fever, which has resulted in three deaths in four local government areas of Plateau State. The meeting followed the outbreak of the disease in Jos North, Bassa, Riyom and Wase local government areas of the state. Bassey, who gave the breakdown according to councils, said the deaths were recorded in Wase local government. State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Ninkwom Ndam, said the state government is working in collaboration with Federal authority and other partners to strengthen healthcare services to citizens. Also, Executive Secretary, Plateau State Healthcare Board, Dr. Livinus Niamkwap, noted that the recent outbreak in the four councils calls for pro-active measures to avert escalation to other areas.

Source: The Guardian December 29, 2019 05:37 UTC