The highest burden of #CerebrospinalMeningitis in Nigeria occurs in the “Meningitis Belt” which includes all 19 states in the Northern region, the FCT, and some southern states.

Ensure you and your loved ones have received the appropriate vaccination required to protect against #meningitis

Public Health Advisory: https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/508/cerebrospinal-meningitis-public-health-advisory

#Meningitis is an inflammation of a thin layer of the connective tissue that covers the brain and the spinal cord.

This inflammation can be caused by infection with bacteria, viruses, parasites, fungi, injuries and certain drugs.

Know the symptoms to seek early health care.

Advisory:
https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/508/cerebrospinal-meningitis-public-health-advisory

Young children, especially those under or not immunised are at higher risk of #Meningitis infection.

Ensure you and your loved ones have received the appropriate vaccination required to protect against #meningitis.

#VaccinesWork.

The spread of #meningitis is usually through:

➡️ Direct person-to-person contact, including droplets from the nose and throat of infected persons.

➡️Close and prolonged contact with an infected individual.

Visit the nearest health facility immediately if you notice any of the CSM-associated signs and symptoms.

Any form of #Meningitis is an emergency!

ALL healthcare workers are urged to have a high index of suspicion and immediately report if they notice these signs & symptoms in their patients:
➡️Fever/severe headache
➡️Vomiting
➡️Drowsiness
➡️Rash
➡️Seizures
➡️Muscle/joint pain
➡️Stiff neck

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

Know the signs and symptoms to ensure early reporting to a healthcare facility when noticed.

Cerebrospinal #Meningitis is a MEDICAL EMERGENCY!

#StaySafeStayHealthy

#Meningitis vaccines are safe, effective, and give protection to your family and community.

Parents and caregivers, now is the time to catch up on the childhood immunisations that protect against meningitis.

#Meningitis is a serious infection that can lead to severe complications & death

Report immediately to a healthcare facility if you or a loved one experiences
➡️Neck pain
➡️Pain on looking at bright lights
➡️Vomiting
➡️Muscle/joint/limb pain
➡️Rash
➡️Seizures
➡️Cold hands & feet

#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.

#Meningitis is a top cause of acquired deafness in children.

Get them vaccinated! Meningitis is largely vaccine-preventable!

Parents/caregivers are urged to visit any primary health care centre close to them to get their children/wards vaccinated against #meningitis.

#TakeResponsibility

Bacterial meningitis leaves 1 in 5 people with disabilities such as hearing loss, brain damage and limb loss.

But meningitis is largely vaccine-preventable!

Parents/caregivers are urged to visit any primary health care centre to get their children/wards vaccinated against #meningitis.

#TakeResponsibility

Your input is crucial in shaping better prevention, treatment and control strategies against #Meningitis in Nigeria.


📋Take our #Meningitis KAP Survey to share your knowledge, attitudes, and practices.


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