Visit a healthcare facility close to you for diagnosis and treatment when you observe symptoms associated with #diphtheria.

#TakeResponsibility to limit the risk of spread.

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

Individuals at higher risk of #diphtheria infection are advised to get vaccinated against diphtheria.

Visit a primary health care centre close to you to get the vaccine.

#TakeResponsibility to stay safe and healthy

#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.

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

➡️Always keep your environment clean
➡️Block holes in your homes to prevent the entry of rats
➡️Cover all food items properly
➡️Cook all foods properly before eating

#TakeResponsibility

#Meningitis can affect BABIES and TODDLERS!

Visit a healthcare facility immediately if you notice any of these meningitis-associated signs and symptoms.

#TakeResponsibility to keep your loved ones safe.

All healthcare workers should have a high index of suspicion for #LassaFever in individuals who:

➡️have not responded to standard anti-malaria treatment
➡️have not responded to treatment for other common infectious causes of fever within 48-72 hours

Stay safe and healthy.

#Meningitis remains a major global health threat and a leading cause of lifelong disabilities.

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

For more information on #Meningitis, visit: https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/factsheet/49

#Diphtheria is a vaccine-preventable disease.

Parents/caregivers should ensure that their children are fully vaccinated with three doses of the pentavalent vaccine as recommended in the childhood immunisation schedule.

Visit a primary health care centre close to you today!

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Let's talk about #diphtheria!

Is the #diphtheria outbreak in Nigeria a case of disease re-emergence or improved surveillance?

Join us for our UPCOMING WEBINAR for an in-depth discussion

📆 MONDAY, 13th February 2023
⏰ 10:00 - 11:30 am

Link:
🔗bit.ly/DiphtheriaWebinar

#Meninigitis is largely vaccine-preventable.

Get vaccinated to protect yourself and those around you.

#TakeResponsibility to stay safe and healthy.

#Lassafeverinfo

Our latest Lassa Fever Situation Report has been published on our website (week 4).

This week's situation report and that of previous weeks can be downloaded via https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=5&name=An%20update%20of%20Lassa%20fever%20outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

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Diphtheria webinar:

Theme: Diphtheria outbreak in Nigeria: A case of reemergence or improved surveillance?

🕙 10:00 AM

Register ⬇️
🔗bit.ly/DiphtheriaWebinar

📢 RESCHEDULED!

The #diphtheria webinar is now rescheduled to 1:00 PM this afternoon due to technical challenges.

A new link will be shared for webinar registration and participation.

We apologise for the disruption and look forward to you joining us again.

Thank you

📣Webinar Registration Link

Topic: Diphtheria Outbreak in Nigeria: A Case of Re-Emergence or Improved Surveillance

🕐 1:00 PM

Register in advance for the webinar:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1G4sU5JbRdK_t5UrKaJWsA

#Cholera Situation Report

Our monthly Cholera Situation Report has been published on our website (week 4).

🔗Download and share via
https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=7&name=An%20update%20of%20Cholera%20outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

#AntimicrobialResistance is a global concern affecting everyone, everywhere, including users & non-users of #antimicrobials

Our National Action Plan for Antimicrobial Resistance incorporates a #OneHealth approach to contain #AMR in Nigeria

Read & share:
https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/docs/protocols/77_1511368219.pdf

📯ICYMI

Did you miss our diphtheria webinar series on
➡️Epidemiology of Diphtheria: Current Situation in Nigeria
➡️Clinical Presentation and Management of Diphtheria in Children
➡️Diphtheria in Adults

Catch up via https://youtu.be/5RMs3KXod2g

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📢Announcement!

The online Nigeria Health Declaration Form for incoming travellers is LIVE.

This form is an instituted measure to prevent the spread, monitor the possible importation of infectious diseases & aid the control of disease outbreaks.

🔗Link:
https://healthapp.ncdc.gov.ng/

Symptoms of #Cholera include:

➡️Profuse watery stool
➡️Nausea
➡️Vomiting
➡️Weakness

Please do not self-medicate. Visit a healthcare facility immediately for proper treatment.

Advisory: https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/420/stop-cholera%3A-strengthening-water%2C-sanitation-and-hygiene%C2%A0%28wash%29-in-nigeria

#CholeraInfo

Visit a healthcare facility close to you for diagnosis and treatment when you observe symptoms associated with #diphtheria.

#TakeResponsibility to limit the risk of spread.

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