Nigeria: Scientists launch unprecedented study to investigate lassa fever’s deadly symptoms

Scientists in Nigeria are expanding their research into deadly Lassa fever with the launch of a pioneering study designed to gain a better understanding of the variation in disease symptoms and how these compare to malaria and other infections prevalent in the region.

The new research, led by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and local study sites, is part of Enable, the world’s largest Lassa fever study initiated by the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) and…