Unknown deadly disease claims 12 lives in Western Africa

YEREVAN, MAY 6, ARMENPRESS. An unknown deadly disease has been discovered in Western Africa, which has claimed 12 lives so far.

According to Lenta, WHO reported 28 adults of Liberia have contracted the disease from April 23 to May 4. Ebola has been ruled out.

The part of the country where the disease has been discovered is bordering Sierra Leone.

The symptoms of the fatal disease include fever, nausea, and diarrhea.

The cause of the disease is presumably the consumption of contaminated food or water.