Our #LassaFever situation report for week 9, 2024 has been published.

The weekly report provides a summary of the #LassaFever epidemiological situation and response activities in Nigeria.

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Unvaccinated and partially vaccinated individuals are most at risk of getting infected with #diphtheria.

Visit a primary healthcare facility to get vaccinated if you're unsure of your vaccination status.

#Diphtheria is largely vaccine-preventable.

#TakeResponsibility

Cases of #measles can be prevented through #immunisation

Ensure you and your loved ones are protected from becoming seriously unwell from measles by getting vaccinated.

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In this week's #LassaFever situation report, we provide a summary of the epidemiological situation and response activities in Nigeria.

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https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=5&name=An%20update%20of%20Lassa%20fever%20outbreak%ll20in%20Nigeria

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Meningitis can affect anyone at any age.

Seek medical attention immediately if you experience symptoms.

Symptoms include
➡️Fever/severe headache
➡️Vomiting
➡️Drowsiness
➡️Rash
➡️Seizures
➡️Muscle/joint pain
➡️Stiff neck

#DefeatMeningitis

#Diphtheria is an infectious disease, not a punishment from God.

Seek medical help immediately if you observe #diphtheria symptoms.

#StopDiphtheria

REDNESS OF THE EYE is an early indication of #Measles when observed with symptoms like high-grade fever, running nose, dry cough & tiny spots in the mouth.

Please report immediately to a health facility when these symptoms are observed.

Visit https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/info/M for more information.

Access to safe water is a fundamental human right, not a privilege.

Today, on #WorldWaterDay, we stand with the global community to highlight the vital importance of safe water💧for healthy living.

Together, we can create ripples of change and ensure a future where every person enjoys the right to clean water. 🚰

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Who is most at risk of getting infected❓
What are the signs and symptoms of #diphtheria infection❓

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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

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

#Lassafever presents with symptoms similar to those of many illnesses like malaria.

Symptoms include fever, muscle aches, sore throat, nausea & vomiting.

Healthcare workers are urged to always have a high index of suspicion and practice standard infection prevention and control measures.

#LassafeverInfo

Q: Who is at risk of #diphtheria infection?

A:
➡️Children & adults who are unvaccinated or partially vaccinated with the anti-diphtheria vaccine
➡️Individuals who live in crowded or dirty environments
➡️Healthcare workers

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In this week's #LassaFever situation report, we provide a summary of the epidemiological situation and response activities in Nigeria.

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https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=5&name=An%20update%20of%20Lassa%20fever%20outbreak%ll20in%20Nigeria

#LassaFeverInfo

You can reduce your risk of getting infected with #Lassafever by preventing the entry of rodents into your homes.

Ensure you:
➡️Maintain a clean environment
➡️Block all holes in your house to discourage entry of rodents
➡️ Dispose of garbage properly

#TakeResponsibility

Q: How does #diphtheria spread?

A: #Diphtheria spreads easily through:
➡️Direct contact with infected people
➡️Droplets from an infected person while coughing or sneezing
➡️Contact with contaminated objects/clothing

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Individuals with symptoms suggestive of #diphtheria should report to a healthcare facility immediately for diagnosis and proper treatment.

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This year, 791 confirmed cases of #LassaFever and 149 deaths have been reported across 27 States in Nigeria.

🔗Read more on the epidemiological situation of #LassaFever in Nigeria and our response activities via https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=5&name=An%20update%20of%20Lassa%20fever%20outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

#HappyEaster from all of us at the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention.

May this day fill you and your loved ones with joy, happiness, and renewed health.

Let's celebrate the gift of hope and good health as we strive towards healthy living.

Unclean hands can spread diseases.

Regular hand washing with soap under running water is a simple yet effective way to prevent the spread of #LassaFever.

Wash your hands:
✅Before & after eating
✅After coughing/sneezing
✅Upon returning home
✅While caring for the ill
✅When entering/leaving a public space

#HealthforAll