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Responding to Lassa Fever Through RCCE in Nigeria

Nigeria, Africa

Breakthrough ACTION addressed behavior-related practices and enhanced case finding to combat Lassa fever in Nigeria. The initiative focused on risk communication and community engagement (RCCE) to improve health outcomes.

Behavior Goal

Improve health behaviors to prevent and control Lassa fever, including case finding and risk reduction practices.

Implementers & Partners

  • Breakthrough ACTION

Donors & Sponsors

  • Not specified in the article

Key Takeaways

  • 1Risk communication and community engagement are critical for addressing infectious disease outbreaks like Lassa fever.
  • 2Behavioral interventions can enhance case finding and improve health outcomes.

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