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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

27 Mar, 16:17

Diphtheria is a vaccine preventable disease!💉

Children should receive 3 doses of the pentavalent vaccine at:
📅 6th week,
📅 10th week, and
📅 14th week of life

Vaccination protects your child and the community!

#Diphtheria #VaccinesWork #NCDCNigeria

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

27 Mar, 14:13

🧼 Keep Your Hands Clean, Stay Healthy! 👐🏽

Washing your hands at the right moments helps prevent the spread of germs and diseases. Don’t forget to wash your hands:

✅ After coughing/sneezing
✅ After touching high-contact surfaces
✅ Before touching a mask
✅ When entering/leaving public spaces
✅ Upon returning home
✅ While caring for the ill

Clean hands save lives! 🙌🏽 #HandHygiene #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

26 Mar, 13:44

🚨 Cholera Situation Report (Epi Week 9: 2nd March 2025)

📌 2 new suspected cases
📌 1,149 total suspected cases
📌 0 new deaths
📌 28 total deaths
📌 25 states affected
📌 66 LGAs affected
📌 2.4% case fatality ratio

Read the full report: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/2bfedb8db1fddf6d05a6f341a0dc71e5.pdf

#Cholera #PublicHealth #NCDCNigeria

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

25 Mar, 15:27

🚨 Cholera Situation Report (Epi Week 5: 2nd Feb 2025)

📌 100 new suspected cases
📌 0 new deaths
📌 22 states affected
📌 44 LGAs affected

💡 What is Cholera?
Cholera is a bacterial infection that causes severe diarrhea and dehydration. It spreads through contaminated food and water. To prevent cholera:
✅ Drink safe water
✅ Wash hands with soap under clean running water regularly
✅ Eat properly cooked food
✅ Maintain proper sanitation

Read the full report: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/f84def0936bf6bd6b18a6da648c8ff1f.pdf

#Cholera #EndCholeraNigeria #PublicHealth #NCDCNigeria

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

22 Mar, 11:45

📢 Diphtheria Situation Report – Epi Week 11, 2025

🔹 New suspected cases: 16
🔹 Total suspected cases: 42,805
🔹 New confirmed cases: 3
🔹 Total confirmed cases: 25,977
🔹 New deaths: 1
🔹 Total deaths: 1,331
🔹 States affected: 36 + FCT
🔹 LGAs affected: 351

Diphtheria remains a public health concern. Ensure vaccination and early detection to prevent severe outcomes.

📄 Read the full report: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/e148fd703956128bdd24fac04807c2f7.pdf

#Diphtheria #StaySafe #VaccinationSavesLives #NCDCNigeria

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

19 Mar, 11:36

📢 #LassaFever Situation Report – Epi Week 10 (Mar 3 – Mar 9, 2025)

🔸 232 new suspected cases
🔸 28 new confirmed cases
🔸 3 new deaths
🔸 14 states affected

Total cases in 2025:
✅ 563 confirmed cases
⚠️ 103 deaths

Read more: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/d6108967136678d07af6d2495112cc93.pdf

#LassaFever #PublicHealth #NCDCNigeria

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

18 Mar, 15:47

🦠 Mpox is still a threat! Know the signs & stay protected.

Mpox spreads through close contact with infected persons, animals, or contaminated materials.

🚨 Symptoms include:
✔ Fever, swollen lymph nodes
✔ Rash that turns into fluid-filled lesions
✔ Body aches & fatigue

💡 Protect yourself:
✔ Avoid close contact with infected persons
✔️ Avoid contact with sick or dead animals
✔ Wash hands with soap under running water frequently
✔ Visit the nearest health centre if you notice symptoms

#MpoxAwareness #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

17 Mar, 13:10

⚠️ Early detection and reporting of #LassaFever can save lives! ⚠️

Symptoms to watch for:
🩸 Fever & weakness
🤒 Headache & sore throat
🦠 Vomiting & difficulty in breathing
🚨 Bleeding from the gums, nose, or other body parts in severe cases

Keep your environment clean, store food properly in a covered container, and visit the nearest health facility if you noticed any of these symptoms!

#LassaFever #NCDCNigeria

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

13 Mar, 13:33

🚨DIPHTHERIA SITUATION REPORT🚨

As of March 9, 2025 (Epi-Week 10):
📍 23 suspected cases reported in Lagos (20) and Katsina (3)
📍 0 confirmed cases this week
📍 42,642 suspected cases recorded since 2022 across 37 states
📍 25,812 confirmed cases & 1,319 deaths (CFR: 5.1%)

🔹 Most affected states: Kano, Yobe, Katsina, Bauchi, Borno
🔹 62.9% of cases are in children aged 1–14 years
🔹 Only 19.3% of confirmed cases were fully vaccinated

💉 Vaccination is key! Protect yourself and your loved ones.

📞 Report suspected cases via NCDC’s toll-free line: 6232

🔗 Read more: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/0a1f4b602a9f655c68b316934e533928.pdf

#Diphtheria #GetVaccinated #NCDCNigeria

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

12 Mar, 14:50

#WellnessWednesday: Boost Your Immunity, Stay Protected! 🛡️🥦

Your immune system is your first line of defense against infections, including Mpox and other diseases. Keep it strong with these healthy habits:

🥗 Eat a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and proteins
🚶‍♂️ Stay active with regular exercise
💧 Hydrate—drink plenty of water daily
😴 Get enough sleep to support immune function
🧼 Practice good hygiene—wash hands frequently and keep surroundings clean
💉 Stay up to date on vaccinations where applicable

A strong immune system means a healthier you! Take charge of your wellness today.

#WellnessWednesday #HealthyLiving #BoostYourImmunity #StayProtected #NCDCUpdates

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

12 Mar, 13:14

🦠 Meningitis can be prevented! 🚨

Protect yourself and your loved ones by following these steps:

✅ Get vaccinated 💉
✅ Cover your nose & mouth when sneezing/coughing 🤧
✅ Wash hands frequently & use sanitizer 🧼
✅ Avoid crowded areas 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️
✅ Separate infected persons from others 🚫
✅ Do not share personal items like towels & toothbrushes 🚿
✅ Keep rooms well-ventilated 🌬️

If you notice symptoms like fever, neck stiffness, headache, or seizures, seek medical care immediately!

#PreventMeningitis #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

12 Mar, 11:32

📢 #LassaFever Situation Report – Epi Week 9 (Feb 24 – Mar 2, 2025)

🔸 236 new suspected cases
🔸 29 new confirmed cases
🔸 5 new deaths
🔸 13 states affected

Total cases in 2025:
✅ 535 confirmed cases
⚠️ 100 deaths

Read more: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/f8d434bb9371973f7fa3f097d381c83e.pdf

#LassaFever #NCDCNigeria

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

10 Mar, 17:04

🚨 PUBLIC HEALTH ADVISORY: LASSA FEVER UPDATE 🚨

The NCDC continues to monitor Lassa fever cases in Nigeria. As of Epi-week 9, 535 confirmed cases and 98 deaths have been recorded across 14 states. A confirmed case involving international travel to the UK has also been reported.

For full details: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/docs/protocols/360_1741614804.pdf

#LassaFever #StaySafe #NCDC

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

6 Mar, 16:04

📢 Lassa Fever Situation Report – February 23, 2025

🔹 314 new suspected cases (total: 2,492)
🔹 54 new confirmed cases (total: 506)
🔹 6 new deaths (total: 95)
🔹 12 states, 70 LGAs affected

Lassa fever is preventable! Avoid contact with rats, store food properly, and seek medical care if symptomatic.

Read more: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/7be5c90f4529e8facefb0df1702374a3.pdf

#LassaFever #PublicHealth #StaySafe

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

5 Mar, 16:36

#Measles infection can lead to complications, especially in young children & those with weakened immune systems.

Ensure the completion of routine immunisation for your children or wards to keep them safe and #healthy.

#TakeResponsibility

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

4 Mar, 12:29

📢 Measles Situation Report – January 31, 2025

🔹 627 suspected cases across 30 states
🔹 112 confirmed cases in 20 states
🔹 213 LGAs affected
🔹 No deaths recorded

Measles spreads easily but is preventable with vaccination. Protect yourself and your loved ones—get vaccinated today!

Read more: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/28f92a61369a1a90b49b54d4497b0bb3.pdf

#Measles #VaccinesWork #PublicHealth

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

3 Mar, 17:18

#LassaFever Situation Report – Week 7, 2025

From 10th – 16th February 2025, Nigeria recorded:

⚠️ 267 new suspected cases
✅ 38 new confirmed cases
❗ 9 new deaths

Lassa fever remains a public health threat. We urge Nigerians to maintain good hygiene, store food properly, and seek medical attention if symptoms appear.

Read more: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/fef1494f70b0a5330dc39f362b6c5dd6.pdf

#LassaFever #StaySafe #PublicHealth

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

26 Feb, 15:10

🚨 Meningitis is a life-threatening infection! 🚨

Early detection can save lives. Seek medical help immediately if you or a loved one experience:

⚠️ Neck pain & stiffness
⚠️ Sensitivity to bright lights
⚠️ Vomiting & nausea
⚠️ Muscle, joint, or limb pain
⚠️ Skin rash
⚠️ Seizures
⚠️ Cold hands & feet

Don’t wait! Report to a healthcare facility immediately!

#MeningitisAwareness #TakeResponsibility #StaySafe #NCDCUpdates

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

24 Feb, 14:40

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#HealthTipMonday: Protect Yourself While Caring for Mpox Patients! 🏥🦠

Healthcare workers, your safety matters! Prevent Mpox infection by following standard Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) measures when handling suspected or confirmed cases.

Your safety is just as important as your patients.

Protect yourself while protecting others! Stay safe, stay informed.

#HealthTipMonday #PreventMpox #InfectionControl #HealthcareSafety #NCDCUpdates

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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

19 Feb, 12:41

🚨 #WellnessWednesday: Protect Yourself from Lassa Fever! 🚨

Lassa fever is still a public health threat in Nigeria, with 413 confirmed cases and 80 deaths reported so far in 2025. 🦠

Here’s how you can reduce your risk and stay safe:

✅ Store food properly – Keep food and grains in sealed containers to prevent rat contamination.
✅ Keep your home clean – Eliminate rodent hiding places by keeping your environment tidy.
✅ Practice good hand hygiene – Wash your hands regularly with soap and running water.
✅ Avoid bush burning – It drives rats into homes, increasing the risk of infection.
✅ Seek medical help early – If you experience fever, weakness, or bleeding, visit a health facility immediately.

Lassa fever is preventable! Stay informed and take action to protect yourself and your loved ones.

📖 Read the full situation report here: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/d84698b45d03dafb399e97fa8379c4d5.pdf

#StaySafe #LassaFever #TakeResponsibility #NCDCUpdates

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