The Zamfara State Ministry of Health, has confirmed the outbreak of an unknown disease that had affected 177 persons and tragically killed 4 among them.
In a statement made available to Radio Nigeria by the information officer of the Ministry, Bello Ibrahim said the outbreak which affects mostly children was recorded in Maradun, Gusau and Shinkafi local good areas of the state.
According to him, Commissioner for Health, Dr. Aisha Anka described the symptoms of the illness to include abdominal distension, fluid accumulation in the abdomen, enlarged liver and spleen, fever, and general body weakness.
The Commissioner said engaging with the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) and other relevant partners to address the situation.
Dr Anka explained that the Ministry is in emergency response mode, working to identify the illness and its causes while implementing containment measures.
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