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Our latest Lassa Fever Situation Report has been published on our website (week 6).
In this reporting week, a total of 68 confirmed cases were recorded.
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
Our latest Lassa Fever Situation Report has been published on our website (week 6).
In this reporting week, a total of 68 confirmed cases were recorded.
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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ALL health workers must continue to maintain a high index of suspicion for #Mpox.
Ensure to take necessary precautions when handling suspected or confirmed cases of #Mpox.
Advisory: https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/367/public-health-advisory-on-monkeypox
Ensure to take necessary precautions when handling suspected or confirmed cases of #Mpox.
Advisory: https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/367/public-health-advisory-on-monkeypox
Individuals at higher risk of #diphtheria infection are strongly advised to get vaccinated against diphtheria.
Visit a primary health care centre close to you to get the anti-diphtheria vaccine.
#TakeResponsibility to stay safe and healthy.
Visit a primary health care centre close to you to get the anti-diphtheria vaccine.
#TakeResponsibility to stay safe and healthy.
Early diagnosis and treatment save lives
Visit a healthcare facility close to you when you observe symptoms associated with #diphtheria.
#StaySafeStayHealthy
Visit a healthcare facility close to you when you observe symptoms associated with #diphtheria.
#StaySafeStayHealthy
UNCLEAN WATER, unwashed hands, and uncovered food are some of the ways #Cholera germs are spread.
Ensure your water is safe before use:
➡️BOIL water before drinking
➡️USE water from safe sources
➡️STORE water in properly coverer containers
➡️STOP open defecation
#EndCholera
Ensure your water is safe before use:
➡️BOIL water before drinking
➡️USE water from safe sources
➡️STORE water in properly coverer containers
➡️STOP open defecation
#EndCholera
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Following the outbreak of the Marburg virus disease in equatorial guinea, NCDC advises Nigerian citizens & residents to AVOID ALL BUT ESSENTIAL TRAVELS TO EQUATORIAL GUINEA AT THIS TIME.
Read our press release informed by our risk assessment:
https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/440/ncdc-on-alert-following-the-announcement-of-the-marburg-virus-disease-outbreak-in-equatorial-guinea
Following the outbreak of the Marburg virus disease in equatorial guinea, NCDC advises Nigerian citizens & residents to AVOID ALL BUT ESSENTIAL TRAVELS TO EQUATORIAL GUINEA AT THIS TIME.
Read our press release informed by our risk assessment:
https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/440/ncdc-on-alert-following-the-announcement-of-the-marburg-virus-disease-outbreak-in-equatorial-guinea
Parents & caregivers should ensure that their children/wards receive the anti-diphtheria vaccine as recommended in the NPHCDA childhood immunisation schedule.
Visit a primary health care centre close to you to get the vaccine.
#TakeResponsibility
Visit a primary health care centre close to you to get the vaccine.
#TakeResponsibility
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#Cholera is easily transmitted in areas with poor sanitation and hygiene.
#TakeResponsibility to practice and ensure physical and environmental hygiene in your homes and community.
To learn more about #cholera, visit: https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/factsheet/50
#TakeResponsibility to practice and ensure physical and environmental hygiene in your homes and community.
To learn more about #cholera, visit: https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/factsheet/50
#COVID19 is still a health threat
If you are experiencing symptoms associated with #COVID19, visit the nearest testing centre close to you for diagnosis & treatment
#GetVaccinated, the vaccine protects you from severe illness, hospitalisation & death
#TakeResponsibility
If you are experiencing symptoms associated with #COVID19, visit the nearest testing centre close to you for diagnosis & treatment
#GetVaccinated, the vaccine protects you from severe illness, hospitalisation & death
#TakeResponsibility
All healthcare workers are urged to read and share our advisory for healthcare workers on #diphtheria.
It includes information on the:
➡️Transmission
➡️Symptoms
➡️Diagnosis/Testing
➡️Case definition
➡️Case Reporting
➡️Treatment
➡️Prevention
🔗https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/436/diphtheria-health-advisory-for-health-care-workers-amidst-outbreak-in-nigeria
It includes information on the:
➡️Transmission
➡️Symptoms
➡️Diagnosis/Testing
➡️Case definition
➡️Case Reporting
➡️Treatment
➡️Prevention
🔗https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/436/diphtheria-health-advisory-for-health-care-workers-amidst-outbreak-in-nigeria
📢#Diphtheria Webinar Series 2
This coming session will focus on Nigeria’s response to the outbreak, including:
➡Immunisation activities
➡Updates from laboratories
➡Case management: Kano State’s experience
🗓️Monday, 6th March
🕙10:00 AM
Register via bit.ly/DiphtheriaWebinarS2
This coming session will focus on Nigeria’s response to the outbreak, including:
➡Immunisation activities
➡Updates from laboratories
➡Case management: Kano State’s experience
🗓️Monday, 6th March
🕙10:00 AM
Register via bit.ly/DiphtheriaWebinarS2
Signs and symptoms of #cholera include profuse watery diarrhoea (rice water stools), nausea, vomiting, and weakness.
Do not self-medicate. Visit a primary health care centre close to you for treatment immediately after you observe these symptoms.
#TakeResponsibility
Do not self-medicate. Visit a primary health care centre close to you for treatment immediately after you observe these symptoms.
#TakeResponsibility
📣ONE HOUR TO GO!
How far has Nigeria gone in the vaccination response to this ongoing #diphtheria outbreak?
Join the 2nd series of our Diphtheria webinar themed 'Diphtheria Outbreak in Nigeria: Vaccination Response'
🕙TODAY, 10:00 AM
🔗Register via bit.ly/DiphtheriaWebinarS2
How far has Nigeria gone in the vaccination response to this ongoing #diphtheria outbreak?
Join the 2nd series of our Diphtheria webinar themed 'Diphtheria Outbreak in Nigeria: Vaccination Response'
🕙TODAY, 10:00 AM
🔗Register via bit.ly/DiphtheriaWebinarS2
There are currently no cases of #MarburgVirusDisease in Nigeria. However, measures have been taken to strengthen preparedness for #MVD in Nigeria.
Nigerians are urged to AVOID ALL BUT ESSENTIAL TRAVEL to Equatorial Guinea at this time.
📜Press release:
https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/440/ncdc-on-alert-following-the-announcement-of-the-marburg-virus-disease-outbreak-in-equatorial-guinea
Nigerians are urged to AVOID ALL BUT ESSENTIAL TRAVEL to Equatorial Guinea at this time.
📜Press release:
https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/440/ncdc-on-alert-following-the-announcement-of-the-marburg-virus-disease-outbreak-in-equatorial-guinea
#Lassafever presents with signs and symptoms similar to those of many illnesses like malaria.
Healthcare workers are urged to always maintain a high index of suspicion. Test before you treat!
#TakeResponsibility to stay safe and healthy
Healthcare workers are urged to always maintain a high index of suspicion. Test before you treat!
#TakeResponsibility to stay safe and healthy
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Kudos to all women contributing in every little way to Nigeria's health security.👏🏽
Every day, the work you do positively shapes the narrative of public health in Nigeria.
Happy #InternationalWomensDay!
Every day, the work you do positively shapes the narrative of public health in Nigeria.
Happy #InternationalWomensDay!
Did you miss out on series 2 of our informative #diphtheria webinar?
Catch up on discussions focused on Nigeria’s response to the outbreak including
➡Immunisation activities
➡Updates from laboratories
➡Kano State’s case management experience
🔗
https://youtu.be/YgCdrHTNIjs
Catch up on discussions focused on Nigeria’s response to the outbreak including
➡Immunisation activities
➡Updates from laboratories
➡Kano State’s case management experience
🔗
https://youtu.be/YgCdrHTNIjs
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Diphtheria Outbreak in Nigeria: Vaccination Response
NCDC in collaboration with National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA), World Health Organization (WHO), Paediatric Association of Nigeria (PAN), Nigeria Society for Paediatrics Infectious Diseases (NISPID), Nigeria Infectious Diseases Society…
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Washing your hands regularly with soap under running water is one of the most important ways to reduce the spread of infectious diseases.
It is simple but it is very important!
#StaySafeStayHealthy
It is simple but it is very important!
#StaySafeStayHealthy
Drugs save lives, however, they can harm when not taken properly.
Using drugs “anyhow” makes the treatment of infections more difficult.
Visit a healthcare professional when sick for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
Do not self-medicate!
#TakeResponsibility
Using drugs “anyhow” makes the treatment of infections more difficult.
Visit a healthcare professional when sick for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
Do not self-medicate!
#TakeResponsibility