Human-to-human spread of #LassaFever is possible through direct contact with the body fluids of an infected individual.

Avoid direct contact with body fluids or personal belongings of persons suspected or confirmed with #Lassafever.

Take extra precautions to protect yourself and those around you.

#StaySafeStayHealthy

#Measles is a highly #contagious disease that can have serious consequences.

Seek immediate healthcare when you notice the signs and symptoms:
🤒 Fever
😷 Runny nose
👁 Red, watery eyes
👄 Small white spots inside the mouth
🔴 Characteristic rash that starts on the face

In 1969, two missionary nurses in the remote village of Lassa, in Borno state in northeastern Nigeria, were stricken by a mysterious febrile disease, later on diagnosed as #LassaFever.

"But at 17.9%, the overall Lassa fever fatality rate in Nigeria “is still unacceptably high,” Adetifa says. “We want to bring it to the single digits.”

Long neglected, Lassa fever is surging in West Africa. Researchers want to know why

📜Read https://www.science.org/content/article/deadly-viral-illness-exploding-west-africa-researchers-are-scrambling-figure-out-why

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"Connecting Air, Land and Water: When we protect one, we protect all"

Register to join our upcoming #OneHealth virtual event organised in collaboration with other #onehealth stakeholders and support from Global Implementation Solutions

🗓️ March 6, 2024
🕗 9:00 AM

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Viral Haemorrhagic Fevers #VHFs are a group of illnesses caused by viruses that damage blood vessels and can cause severe bleeding.

Our national guideline on #InfectionPreventionandControl for #VHFs is designed as a major reference for anyone involved in the care and management of #VHFs cases.

🔗Download and read via
https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/docs/protocols/111_1579986179.pdf

Health workers,

Continuous and appropriate use of infection prevention and control methods is crucial to protect yourself from Healthcare-Associated Infections and further spread in the community.

🔗Download our National Guideline on #IPC for #VHF
https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/docs/protocols/111_1579986179.pdf

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

#LassaFever spreads through direct or indirect contact with infected rodents.

Ensure you keep your environment clean at all times to prevent the infestation of rats in your homes and communities.

#TakeResponsibility

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

#LassaFever is treatable.

Report early to a healthcare facility when experiencing #LassaFever-associated symptoms.

Early symptoms include fever, body weakness, sore throat, muscle & chest pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, cough & abdominal pain.

#Cholera is a waterborne disease, with a higher risk of spread 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

People of all age groups who come in contact with the urine, faeces, saliva, or blood of rats or infected persons are at risk of getting infected with #LassaFever.

#TakeResponsibility
🪤Use traps, rat gums to get rid of rats in the house
👐🏽Do not touch rats, dead or alive with your bare hands
🐀Avoid eating food/fruits eaten by rats

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The implementation of Nigeria's #OneHealth strategic plan requires multidisciplinary & intersectoral collaboration which cuts across several key sectors.

Register to join us to discuss:
"Connecting Air, Land and Water: When we protect one, we protect all"

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#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

Lassa fever is a viral haemorrhagic fever transmitted through contact with rats.

Early reporting to a health facility can save your life.

Visit our website at www.ncdc.gov.ng for more info on #Lassafever. Get:
• Advice for the general public
• Advice for healthcare workers
• Situation reports

#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.

Happy #InternationalWomensDay

We recognise all women actively contributing to the strengthening of Nigeria's health security!

We appreciate all women whose resilience and expertise drive positive change and accelerate progress in making our communities healthier, stronger, and more vibrant.

#IWD2024

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Our #LassaFever situation report for week 8, 2024 has been published.

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

🔗Download, read, and share via
https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=5&name=An%20update%20of%20Lassa%20fever%20outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

#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