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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

17 Apr, 21:06

#Cholera Situation Report

Our monthly Cholera Situation Report for March 2024 has been published on our website.

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

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

17 Apr, 17:10

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

For more FAQs, watch 👇🏼 & share:

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https://youtu.be/6ZAgfCBDh0c

FAQs on Diphtheria

What is Diphtheria? Diphtheria is a serious bacterial infection caused by toxin-producing Corynebacterium diphtheriae that affects the nose, throat, and sometimes, skin of an individual. Children and Adults who are partially or not vaccinated are at risk, and it easily spreads, by direct contact. ...

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

17 Apr, 12:26

#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

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

16 Apr, 15:27

Protecting our communities from hospital-acquired infections starts with strong Infection Prevention and Control #IPC programs in our health facilities.

We must invest more in these initiatives to safeguard public health and prevent the next epidemic.

#PreventionHAIs
#FundIPC
#TurnNigeriaOrange

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

15 Apr, 15:22

The overall goal of Infection Prevention & Control is to maintain an environment of care that minimises risks of infection for patients, staff & visitors

This #IPC guideline for viral haemorrhagic fevers must be practised by all #HCWs in public & private primary, secondary & tertiary healthcare facilities.

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https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/docs/protocols/341_1707300274.pdf
#TakeResponsibility to #StaySafe

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

15 Apr, 12:01

The most effective protection against #diphtheria is vaccination with the pentavalent or TD vaccine.

Ensure you and your family members are fully vaccinated against #diphtheria.

#StaySafeStayHealthy

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

15 Apr, 10:59

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

Ensure you take extra precautionary measures while visiting to prevent the risk of spread.

Watch & share 👇🏼
🔗https://youtu.be/6ZAgfCBDh0c?feature=shared

FAQs on Diphtheria

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

12 Apr, 12:11

Early diagnosis of #LassaFever when experiencing symptoms increases the chances of survival.

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

Report early to a health facility when ill

#LassaFeverInfo

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

11 Apr, 15:11

In total for 2024, at least one confirmed case of #LassaFever has been reported in 27 States across 125 Local Government Areas in Nigeria.

For more information on the epidemiological situation of #LassaFever in Nigeria and our response activities, check out our weekly #situationreport via

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

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

11 Apr, 12:09

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

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

10 Apr, 13:02

#EidMubarak to all Muslim faithful.

May this season fill your homes, community and the whole of #Nigeria with overwhelming peace and good health.

#StaySafe and healthy as you #CelebrateResponsibly

#EidAlFitr from us at the NCDC

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

9 Apr, 12:21

All health workers are urged to always protect themselves.

Stay alert! Have a high index of suspicion for #LassaFever in patients that have not responded to standard anti-malaria treatment & treatment for other common infectious causes of fever within 48-72 hours

Use standard precautions AT ALL TIMES!

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

8 Apr, 12:18

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

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

7 Apr, 18:41

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#MyHealthMyRight means everyone - no matter the age, gender, tribe, location or economic status – all have a right to good health.

As #Nigeria strides towards the achievement of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the commitment is clear: Leave No One Behind in the quest for #healthcoverage.

#HealthSectorRenewal #HealthForAll #WorldHealthDay2024

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

5 Apr, 12:41

Healthcare workers are urged to always practice standard precautions while attending to suspected or confirmed cases of #LassaFever.

🔗Download and read our 'National Guideline for Lassa Fever Case Management'
https://www.ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/docs/protocols/92_1547068532.pdf

#StaySafeStayHealthy

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

4 Apr, 12:40

#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

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

3 Apr, 11:46

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Blocked drainage systems could lead to contamination of safe water sources and increase the risk of #cholera infection.

Play your part to limit the risk:
❌Stop dumping refuse in drainages
✅Clear blocked drainages in and around your homes
✅Ensure proper clearing of sewage

#TakeResponsibility

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

2 Apr, 12:17

Here are some ways to keep your food safe from rodents⬇️

✅Store your food in tightly covered containers
✅Clean your environments regularly
✅Put rodent repellents around your food store
✅Seal all cracks, gaps, or holes in your homes to prevent entry of rodents

#STOPLassaFever

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

1 Apr, 15:43

Increased cases of #cholera are recorded mostly during the rainy season.🌧️

Your actions, no matter how small can limit the risk of #cholera infection.

🚫Do not defecate in open areas
🧤Clear your drainages
✅Only drink water from safe sources
✅Dispose of refuse and water properly in waste disposal sites

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

1 Apr, 11:11

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

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