#Meningitis is a medical emergency that can be deadly & can cause long-lasting impacts such as brain damage, hearing loss, organ damage & limb loss.

Early recognition saves lives. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience associated symptoms.

#DefeatMeningitis

#Meningitis is an inflammation of the membranes around the spinal cord & brain.

Seek medical attention when you experience signs & symptoms such as:
➡️Fever/severe headache
➡️Vomiting
➡️Drowsiness
➡️Rash
➡️Seizures
➡️Muscle/joint pain
➡️Stiff neck

#DefeatMeningitis

Healthcare workers are urged to always practice standard precautions while attending to suspected or confirmed cases of #LassaFever.

🔗Download and read our 'National Guideline for Lassa Fever Case Management'
https://www.ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/docs/protocols/92_1547068532.pdf

#StaySafeStayHealthy

#COVID19 can affect anyone.

Let us all #TakeResponsibility to limit the risk of infection among all ages.

✅ #GetVaccinated
✅ #WearAMask in crowded places
✅Wash your hands frequently
✅ Cough/sneeze into your elbow
✅Visit a healthcare facility when sick

#StaySafe

A suspected case of #LassaFever is any individual with a fever for 3-21 days with symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhoea, sore throat, muscle pain, generalized body weakness, abnormal bleeding, and abdominal pain.

🔗Download and read guideline via
https://www.ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/docs/protocols/92_1547068532.pdf

Pre-departure & post-arrival #COVID19 PCR test requirements for all inbound travellers to Nigeria have been suspended

A simplified Health Declaration (non-covid-19 specific) shall be completed by all passengers on arrival in Nigeria.

🔗PSC-COVID-19 Update
https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/media/files/Press_Release_-_Relaxation_of_COVID-19_Rules_Ako_221212_210142.pdf

#Meningitis spreads mostly from one person to another through respiratory droplets e.g. coughing, sneezing & close contact such as kissing

Meningitis can affect anyone at any age. Seek medical attention if you experience symptoms

Let's take action to #DefeatMeningitis together

The elderly, immunocompromised and those with existing health concerns are advised to:

➡️Wear face masks in outdoor spaces
➡️Wash hands regularly with clean water and soap
➡️Use hand sanitisers
➡️Avoid large gatherings

#TakeResponsibility to stay safe and healthy.

#NCDCPublication

"Sustaining improved surveillance, enhanced lab diagnosis & improved case management capacity during off-peak periods should remain a priority"

Read our findings on an analysis of the data trends of Lassa fever in Nigeria from 2018-2021

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https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0279467

Know the signs of #Meningitis in BABIES and TODDLERS!

Cerebrospinal #Meningitis is a potentially deadly disease and a MEDICAL EMERGENCY!

Report early to a healthcare facility if you notice any of these associated symptoms.

Pre-departure & post-arrival #COVID19 PCR test requirements for all inbound travellers to Nigeria have been suspended

A simplified Health Declaration (non-covid-19 specific) shall be completed by all passengers on arrival in Nigeria.

Are you familiar with the signs of #Meningitis in ADULTS and CHILDREN?

Cerebrospinal #Meningitis is a MEDICAL EMERGENCY!

Early reporting to a healthcare facility is critical.

#StaySafeStayHealthy

All healthcare workers should have a high index of suspicion for #LassaFever in individuals that have not responded to standard anti-malaria treatment & treatment for other common infectious causes of fever within 48-72 hours

🔗Download & read guideline:
https://www.ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/docs/protocols/92_1547068532.pdf

#Measles is an acute, highly infectious disease with initial symptoms of high-grade fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes & tiny white spots in the mouth.

Please report to a health facility immediately if you experience these symptoms.

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We are responding to confirmed cases of #diphtheria in Lagos and Kano States while monitoring the situation in Osun and Yobe States where new cases are being detected.

📜Read our advisory on measures to stay safe in your homes and communities
https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/435/diphtheria-public-health-advisory-amidst-outbreak-in-nigeria

Healthcare workers are urged to adhere to established guidelines for the management of #LassaFever cases.

#TakeResponsibility to limit the risk of healthcare workers' infection. Stay safe and healthy.

Download guideline via https://www.ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/docs/protocols/92_1547068532.pdf

📺TUNE IN NOW

Catch DG Dr Ifedayo Adetifa tonight on Arise TV as he gives an update on

Nigeria’s Diphtheria Response

Time - 9:00 pm

Livestream - https://www.arise.tv/live-tv/

Diphtheria is a serious bacterial infection that affects the nose, throat & sometimes, the skin of an individual

People most at risk include children & adults who have not received any dose of the pentavalent vaccine

Public health advisory on diphtheria:
https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/435/diphtheria-public-health-advisory-amidst-outbreak-in-nigeria

Viral Haemorrhagic Fevers such as #LassaFever spread mainly from person to person through direct & indirect contact.

When properly done, #HandHygiene is very important to reduce the risk of healthcare workers' infection.

Our #IPC guidelines for #VHFs ⬇️
https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/docs/protocols/111_1579986179.pdf

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We have published an advisory for healthcare workers on #diphtheria.

It includes:
➡️Transmission
➡️Symptoms
➡️Diagnosis/Testing
➡️Case definition
➡️Case Reporting
➡️Treatment
➡️Prevention

All healthcare workers are urged to read and share via
🔗https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/436/diphtheria-health-advisory-for-health-care-workers-amidst-outbreak-in-nigeria

Our guidelines on Infection Prevention & Control for #ViralHemorrhagicFevers include standard operating procedures & checklists to be used in the care & management of VHFs such as #LassaFever & #YellowFever

Healthcare workers are urged to read & share via
https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/docs/protocols/111_1579986179.pdf