Monrovia, Liberia – A recent media allegation claiming a viral hemorrhagic fever outbreak in neighboring Sierra Leone has been dismissed by the National Public Health Institute of Liberia (NPHIL).
NPHIL Director-General Dr. Dougbeh Chris Nyan stated during a press conference on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, in Monrovia, that viral hemorrhagic fever is a disease caused by a variety of viruses, including various mental diseases.
He claimed that the most recent explanation, which was made by the JFK hospital management, indicated that there was a virus-related hemorrhagic fever epidemic in neighboring Sierra Leone; A recent media allegation claiming a viral hemorrhagic fever outbreak in neighboring Sierra Leone has been dismissed by the National Public Health Institute of Liberia (NPHIL).
NPHIL Director-General Dr. Dougbeh Chris Nyan stated during a press conference on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, in Monrovia, that viral hemorrhagic fever is a disease caused by a variety of viruses, including various mental diseases.
He claimed that the most recent explanation, which was made by the JFK hospital management, indicated that there was a virus-related hemorrhagic fever epidemic in neighboring Sierra Leone; NPHIL calls the information untrue.
According to the head of NPHIL, the issue in Sierra Leone involves a probable case of viral hemorrhagic fever and the associated fatality, which was reported by an NPHIL counterpart in Sierra Leone.
“The situation in Sierra Leone is under control, therefore Liberians shouldn’t worry,” Dr. Nyan said.
However, he urged the populace to follow basic infection control practices, such as washing their hands often with soap and water and avoiding close contact with sick people.
Highlighting the need for visitors to follow these health precautions. However, Dr. Nyan reiterated NPHIL’s dedication to collaborating with the JFK Memorial Hospital’s management.
In addition, the head of NPHIL said that 63 new cases of monkey pox had been verified in Liberia. He claims that those who have been verified are receiving medical care.
