Zoonotic diseases such as #LassaFever & #mpox repeatedly pose threats to humans & animals with significant disability & death rates.

Practising healthy interactions with animals and the environment builds a healthy nation with minimal risk of spread of infectious diseases.

This #WorldFoodSafetyDay is a reminder to practice a culture of safe food handling in our homes

✅Keep clean hands, surfaces, equipment & cooking area
✅Separate raw & cooked foods
✅Cook foods thoroughly
✅Keep food at safe temperatures
✅Use safe water & raw materials

#FoodStandardsSaveLives

In 2019, The National One Health Strategic Plan was jointly developed by stakeholders from the human, animal & environmental sectors

This was developed with a vision of creating a nation of healthy people & animals living in a balanced ecosystem

Read: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/docs/protocols/93_1566785462.pdf

A successful One Health approach to public health involves working together to improve the health of people, animals (pets, livestock, and wildlife), plants, and the environment.

By protecting one, we help protect all!

#OneHealthNigeria

Happy #DemocracyDay2023 Nigeria

#NCDCcares

Mosquito control helps reduce the risk of #Yellowfever infection.

Ensure you:
✅Get rid of stagnant water
✅Keep your environment clean
✅Keep your water containers covered properly
✅Wear protective clothing to prevent mosquito bites

#TakeResponsibility

#YellowFever is transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito.

If you experience any of the following symptoms:

Bleeding (from the nose, ears, or mouth)
➡️Sudden fever
➡️Body pain
➡️Severe headache

Report to a health care facility near you immediately

#Lassafeverinfo

Our latest Lassa Fever Situation Report has been published on our website (week 22).

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

Despite the reduced perception of risk, #COVID19 remains a public health threat.

Get tested if you observe symptoms associated with #COVID19.

Get #vaccinated to reduce your risk of severe illness and death.

#TakeResponsibility

#Yellowfever is a vaccine-preventable disease! A single dose of yellow fever vaccine keeps you protected for life.

Visit a primary healthcare facility close to you to get the vaccine.

#TakeResponsibility to stay safe and healthy.

📜Press Release

In 2017, #Nigeria conducted a baseline Joint External Evaluation (JEE), followed by a country-led 2019 mid-term JEE, to thoroughly assess the country's public health security system using a multisectoral approach that involved external & internal teams of experts.

This year, we are reiterating our commitment to prioritising our national health security by conducting the national JEE 3.0 in line with International Health Regulations.

What does this entail? Read:
https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/445/nigeria-reiterates-her-commitment-to-prioritisation-of-global-and-national-health-security-by-conducting-the-national-joint-external-evaluation-%28jee-3.0%29

#Lassafeverinfo

Our latest Lassa Fever Situation Report has been published on our website (week 23).

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

A suspected case of #YellowFever is any person with sudden fever, vomiting, serious back pain, with yellowness of the eye and skin appearing within 14 days.

Take all sick persons to a healthcare facility immediately for accurate diagnosis and treatment.

#YellowFeverInfo

Environmental hygiene is key!

Practice proper environmental hygiene to prevent the spread of #cholera at home and in your communities

❌STOP open defaecation
✅Dispose of waste in designated areas
✅Keep sewers clear from refuse
✅Clear stagnant water

#StopCholera

#HandWashing remains the most basic and effective means to prevent the spread of infections.

Frequent #handwashing with soap under running water at home, work, health facilities, gatherings, and public spaces is highly important to stay healthy.

Let us all make #cleanhands a regular habit. It protects us all.

#TakeResponsibility

📜

The #anthrax outbreak in Ghana poses a great public health risk to #Nigeria due to the dangerous and highly transmissible nature of the disease.

Given the #EidulAdha festivity, the National One Health Coordinating Unit led by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention and the Department of Veterinary & Pest Control Services - FMARD has published a public health advisory.

🔗Read
https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/461/public-health-advisory%3A-anthrax-outbreak-in-ghana

#EidMubarak to all Muslim faithfuls.

May the season fill your homes and community with peace and good health!

#EidAlAdhaMubarak from us at the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention.

#Cholera Situation Report

Our monthly Cholera Situation Report for May has been published on our website

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

#Anthrax is a severe disease that can affect both humans and animals, including wild animals and livestock such as cows, pigs, camels, sheep, goats, etc.

Read our public health advisory for more information on
➡️Signs and symptoms
➡️Mode of transmission
➡️Who is at risk
➡️Prevention measures

🔗
https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/461/public-health-advisory%3A-anthrax-outbreak-in-ghana

Early detection and reporting of suspected #anthrax cases in animals or humans is important for implementing effective control measures

If you suspect that you or an animal may have been exposed to #anthrax, quickly seek immediate medical care (for humans) or veterinary attention (for animals)

Public Health Advisory: https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/461/public-health-advisory%3A-anthrax-outbreak-in-ghana

#Cholera is a waterborne disease, with a higher risk of transmission when there is poor sanitation and disruption of clean water supply.

Practice and ensure the use of safe water in your homes and communities.

#TakeResponsibility