#Lassafever can be transmitted by food that has been contaminated by the urine and faeces of infected rats.

➡ Cook foods properly before eating.

➡ Store foods away from animals

#TakeResponsibility

A clean environment and proper hygiene limit the spread of infectious diseases.

Clean all surfaces frequently and do not share personal items.

#TakeResponsibility to protect yourself and your loved ones.

Are you experiencing symptoms associated with #COVID19?

Visit a #COVID19 sample collection centre to get tested.

#TakeResponsibility to protect others.

The risk of importation of the #EbolaVirusDisease into Nigeria is HIGH.

Healthcare workers & the general public are urged to maintain a high index of suspicion.

📜Read our public health advisory for measures to prevent the importation of #EVD:
https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/423/public-health-advisory-following-declaration-of-ebola-virus-disease-outbreak-in-uganda

#Lassafever is a zoonotic disease transmitted through direct or indirect contact with rats.

Practice personal and environmental hygiene to prevent the infestation of rats in our homes and communities.

#TakeResponsibility

ICYMI

"#AntimicrobialResistance requires the efforts of the Human, Animal & Environmental sectors & also a whole-of-society approach to manage"

Watch our #AMR programme coordinator, Dr Tochi Okwor as she discusses the impact of #antimicrobial misuse in Nigeria.

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https://youtu.be/B1GgpIuoE2Y

#Lassafever is preventable.

Be a guardian of proper hand hygiene in your community

Promote frequent #handwashing with soap and running water.

#LassaFeverInfo

📢TODAY!

What happens when the #antimicrobial drugs used in treating infections in humans & animals become ineffective?

At 6 PM, join the DRASA - Dr. Ameyo Stella Adadevoh Health Trust 's conversation on "You, Me, and The Supergerms: Preventing Antimicrobial Resistance Together"

🔗Share
https://bit.ly/DRASAWAAW22

Elderly persons & those with existing medical conditions are encouraged to take extra precautions to stay safe & healthy.

💉#GetVaccinated to limit your risk of getting infected with #COVID19.

Vaccination sites: https://nphcda.vaccination.gov.ng/vaccination-sites

#TakeResponsibility

#LassaFever remains a major public health challenge in Nigeria.

This year, we have recorded 989 confirmed cases across 26 States.

Stay updated with our weekly #LassaFever situation report via https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=5&name=An%20update%20of%20Lassa%20fever%20outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

#LassaFeverInfo

Regular handwashing with soap under running water prevents the spread of #LassaFever & other infectious diseases.

For more #LassaFeverInfo & updates including:
➡️Advice for the general public and healthcare workers
➡️Current situation reports

Visit www.ncdc.gov.ng

#LassaFever can be treated

Early reporting to a healthcare facility when experiencing symptoms greatly increases the chances of survival.

Early symptoms include fever, body weakness, malaise, sore throat, muscle & chest pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, cough & abdominal pain.

Let's discuss #Antibiotics

Join us TOMORROW as we bring together #AntimicrobialResistance experts to discuss "Alternatives to #Antibiotics in Nigeria" & launch the One Health #AMR/#AMU Community of Practice website.

🗓️30th Nov 2022
🕑 10:00 am

Join via https://bit.ly/NAAWWebinar

#NCDCUpdate

We have published an #EbolaVirusDisease care kit for incoming travellers from a country with ongoing transmission of #Ebola.

The care kit includes guides to monitor your temperature and symptoms.

Download & share via
https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/docs/protocols/300_1669297182.pdf

#StaySafeStayHealthy

📢

The upcoming #CPHIA2022 will serve as a catalyst to build more resilient #healthsystems and allow African countries to better prepare for and manage emerging and re-emerging health threats.

🗓️ 13-15 December 2022

Register to attend: https://cphia2022.com

Increased availability, quality & suitability of health services are crucial for disease prevention, testing & treatment.

This #WorldAIDSDay, we join the global community to reiterate the need for equal access to health services, the best science & medicine to end AIDS by 2030.

📢#Ebola Travel Advisory

⛔Avoid all but essential travel to UGANDA
🤒Avoid contact with obviously sick persons/#EVD suspected cases
📞Call 6232 (free of charge) if you have recently returned from Uganda within the past 21 days & feel symptoms of #EVD

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https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/423/public-health-advisory-following-declaration-of-ebola-virus-disease-outbreak-in-uganda

Early and accurate diagnosis of #LassaFever increases the chances of survival.

Avoid self-medication. Visit a healthcare facility close to you when ill for prompt treatment.

#LassaFeverInfo

Do you wash your hands properly and regularly?

Wash your hands with soap under running water for at least 20 seconds to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.

Remember that #COVID19 is still a threat!

#TakeResponsibility

Our #COVID19Nigeria situation report(Epi Week 45 & 46) has been published

The situation report provides a summary of the epidemiological situation, datasheet & response activities in Nigeria.

This report is now published BI-WEEKLY

🔗https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=14&name=An%20update%20of%20COVID-19%20outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

#TakeResponsibility

Let's work together to prevent the spread of #Lassafever.

Be a guardian of proper sanitation in your community and promote frequent #Handwashing with soap and running water.

Read our latest #LassaFever situation report:
https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=5&name=An%20update%20of%20Lassa%20fever%20outbreak%20in%20Nigeria