Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

#Mpox spreads easily from one person to another through contact with: ➡️Respiratory fluids of an infected person ➡️Body fluids of an infected person ➡️contaminated materials of an infected person If you or someone you know observes symptoms associated with #mpox, immediately visit a health facility for treatment.

🌙 #EidElMaulud Mubarak Nigerians! In the spirit of togetherness, let us continue to prioritise the health and well-being of our family, friends and communities. May this season continue to bring peace, good health, and blessings to all. #EidMubarak!

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Getting infected while providing care can be prevented. #Healthcare workers are urged to always practice standard #infectionpreventionandcontrol measures when handling suspected or confirmed cases of #Mpox. #PreventMpox

#Mpox prevention measures in less than 1 minute! #TakeResponsibility to #StaySafe and #StayHealthy #PreventMpox

Unsafe practices such as improper disposal of refuse and open defecation endanger the safety of water used for drinking and personal use. This rainy season: ✅Only consume water from safe sources ✅Stop open defaecation ✅Dispose of trash properly ✅Ensure proper drainage of sewage #STOPCholera

Our #Mpox situation report for week 35, 2024 has been published. Our weekly situation reports provide an update on the current #mpox situation in Nigeria and national response activities. 🔗 Download the situation report via: https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=8&name=An%20Update%20of%20Monkeypox%20Outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

Our latest #LassaFever situation report shows that 982 confirmed cases and 168 deaths have been recorded in 2024. This loss of lives is not just a number but a significant loss of a family member, friend, colleague or a seasoned healthcare worker CEPI vaccines writes on the critical need for a #LassaFever vaccine to control this disease. 🔗 https://cepi.net/lassa-vaccine-urgently-needed-save-thousands-lives Situation report: https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=5&name=An%20update%20of%20Lassa%20fever%20outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

Signs and symptoms of #cholera include profuse watery diarrhoea (rice water stools), nausea, vomiting, and weakness. Do not self-medicate! Visit a primary health care centre close to you for proper treatment. #TakeResponsibility

A #OneHealth approach to disease prevention recognises that the health of people is closely connected to the health of animals and our shared environment. By protecting one, we help protect all! #OneHealthNigeria

Most #Mpox patients recover after receiving proper and expert care. Visit a healthcare facility when experiencing symptoms associated with the illness. Symptoms include: ➡️Sudden fever ➡️Headache ➡️Body pain and weakness ➡️Sore throat ➡️Enlargement of glands ➡️Rash on the face, palms, soles of the feet and genitals

We have published our latest #LassaFever epidemiology data. Here you can find a summary of all the latest figures in our weekly infographic.🔽 The full report can be accessed via 🔗https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=5&name=An%20update%20of%20Lassa%20fever%20outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

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

Visit a healthcare facility when experiencing symptoms associated with #Mpox for diagnosis and proper care. Symptoms include: ➡️Sudden fever ➡️Headache ➡️Body pain and weakness ➡️Sore throat ➡️Enlargement of glands ➡️Rash on the face, palms, soles of the feet and genitals

The overall goal of Infection Prevention & Control is to maintain an environment of care that minimises risks of infection for patients, staff & visitors. These #IPC guidelines must be practised by all #HCWs in public and private primary, secondary & tertiary healthcare facilities. Read more in the Nigerian Manual of Infection Prevention and Control: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/docs/protocols/296_1649340294.pdf

Out of the 48 confirmed cases of #mpox recorded this year in Nigeria, the most affected age group is children between 0 -5 years old. Download our situation report for more information on the epidemiological situation of #mpox in Nigeria. 🔗https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=8&name=An%20Update%20of%20Monkeypox%20Outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

#Mpox spreads easily through contact with infected persons or contaminated materials. Healthcare workers are advised to always practice standard care precautions when caring for patients. Isolate any suspected or confirmed cases for proper diagnosis and treatment.

Visit our website for accurate information on #mpox and to stay informed! ➡️Factsheet: https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/factsheet/55 ➡️Health advisory: https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/519/press-conference%3A-statement-of-the-ncdc-dg-on-the-declaration-of-mpox-as-a-public-health-emergency-of-international-concern ➡️ Response guidelines: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/docs/protocols/96_1577798337.pdf ➡️Situation reports: https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=8&name=An%20Update%20of%20Monkeypox%20Outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

In reporting week 33, one confirmed case of #mpox was reported. Our weekly situation report provides an update on the current #cholera situation in Nigeria and our response activities. 🔗 Download situation report via: https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=8&name=An%20Update%20of%20Monkeypox%20Outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

📣COMING UP TODAY Join our Director General - Dr Jide Idris tonight on NTA International as he discusses the latest on #Mpox in Nigeria and the ongoing measures to mitigate the spread. Join the conversation live via: DSTV - #251 GoTV - #114 Time - 9:00 PM