Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

#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

📢 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

#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

🚨 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

#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

🚨 #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

📢 DIPHTHERIA UPDATE | Epi-Week 06, 2025 🦠 New suspected cases: 35 🛑 New confirmed cases: 19 🙏 New deaths: 0 📍 Total cases so far: ⚠️ 41,978 suspected ✅ 25,298 confirmed 💔 1,279 deaths 📌 26 states & 184 LGAs affected 💡 What you should know: Diphtheria is highly contagious but preventable with vaccination! 💉 ✅ Get vaccinated ✅ Practice good hygiene ✅ Seek medical care early 📖 Full report here: 🔗 ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/943ca4ce8c5adaa7a1f04f467804c84a.pdf #Diphtheria #PublicHealth #VaccinesWork #TakeResponsibility #NCDCUpdates

#FactFriday: Love & Health Go Hand in Hand! ❤️💡 Did you know that healthy relationships can boost your well-being? Studies show that love and social connections can: 💓 Lower stress & blood pressure 😊 Improve mental well-being 💪 Strengthen the immune system 🩺 Encourage healthy lifestyle choices This Valentine’s Day, show love by practicing healthy habits—eat well, stay active, and take care of your health. Self-care is self-love too! 💚 #FactFriday #HealthyLove #ValentinesDay #WellnessMatters

📢 Lassa Fever Situation Report – As at 2nd February 2025 🔹 379 new suspected cases 🔹 68 new confirmed cases 🔹 17 new deaths 🔹 10 states affected Lassa fever remains a public health concern. Early detection & treatment save lives! Stay informed, take preventive measures & report symptoms early. Read the full report here 🔗: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/2461908c2038dda5866c159c5146ab03.pdf #LassaFever #PublicHealth #StaySafe #NCDCGov

#WellnessWednesday: The Power of Good Hygiene 🧼✨ Did you know that simple hygiene habits can prevent the spread of diseases like Mpox, Lassa fever, cholera, and measles? 🛡️ Protect yourself & others with these easy steps: ✅ Wash your hands frequently with soap and water ✅ Keep your surroundings clean to prevent disease-causing germs ✅ Cover your mouth when coughing or sneezing ✅ Avoid sharing personal items like towels & utensils ✅ Practice proper food hygiene—wash fruits & cook food thoroughly Good hygiene = Better health! Let’s #TakeResponsibility for a healthier tomorrow. 💚 #WellnessWednesday #StayHealthy #PublicHealthMatters

🚨 Protect Yourself from Diphtheria – Get Vaccinated! 🚨 🦠 Diphtheria is a bacterial infection that can cause breathing difficulties, heart failure, and even death—especially in children under 15. It spreads through coughing, sneezing, and contact with infected surfaces. Know the Symptoms ⚠️ Sore throat ⚠️ Fever ⚠️ Difficulty breathing ⚠️ Greyish throat patches How to Stay Protected ✅ Get vaccinated – Children should receive 3 doses of the pentavalent vaccine at 6, 10 & 14 weeks of life ✅ Watch for symptoms – early detection saves lives ✅ Seek medical care immediately if symptoms appear ✅ Isolate suspected cases to prevent spread ✅ Healthcare workers should always wear appropriate PPE following risk assessment when attending to patients ✅ Report cases immediately to health authorities 💉 Vaccination saves lives! Protect yourself & your loved ones today. #DiphtheriaPrevention #StaySafe

📣 Diphtheria Guidelines Now Available on the NCDC Website! The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has published the National Diphtheria Surveillance and Outbreak Response Guideline to support preparedness, detection, and response to diphtheria outbreaks in Nigeria. This guideline provides critical information on case identification, laboratory diagnosis, infection prevention and control (IPC), case management, risk communication, and vaccination strategies. It is designed to assist public health officials, healthcare workers, and stakeholders in strengthening response coordination at national and sub-national levels. Access the full guideline here: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/docs/protocols/358_1738765953.pdf #Diphtheria #PublicHealth #NCDCGuidelines

#LassaFever Situation Report – Week 3, 2025 71 new cases confirmed and 17 deaths recorded across 28 states in Nigeria. Stay informed. Download, read, and share the full report here: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/f5f00c41816f216f0118481848a57699.pdf #LassaFever #PublicHealth #Nigeria

#HealthTipMonday: Boost Your Immunity for Better Health! 🛡️ Your immune system is your body’s natural defense against infections. Here are simple tips to keep it strong: 1️⃣ Eat a balanced diet: Include fruits, vegetables, and foods rich in vitamins and minerals. 2️⃣ Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water to keep your body functioning well. 3️⃣ Get enough sleep: Aim for 7–8 hours of quality sleep each night. 4️⃣ Exercise regularly: Stay active to improve circulation and overall well-being. 5️⃣ Practice good hygiene: Wash your hands regularly and disinfect surfaces 6️⃣ Manage stress: Practice relaxation techniques like deep breathing or meditation. A strong immune system is key to preventing diseases. Start your week with healthy habits! #TakeResponsibility #StayHealthy

#LFWebinarSeries7 Join the final upcoming #LFWebinarSeries in readiness for the 2024/2025 outbreak season themed: "Strategic Direction for Lassa Fever Control and Management". 🗓️Tuesday, 28th January 2025 🕓 10:00 am WAT 🔗Register via https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_laXdwneOTBSj0G82B64APA#/registration OR Scan the QR Code on the poster #LFWebinarSeries

#Diphtheria can be prevented by ensuring widespread immunity through vaccination, which is the most effective form of protection. 💉 Who needs the vaccine? ✅ Everyone, especially children, should stay up-to-date on their routine diphtheria vaccines. ✅Healthcare workers exposed to diphtheria patients are strongly encouraged to get vaccinated to reduce their risk of infection and protect those around them. Prevention starts with YOU. Let’s ensure our families, colleagues, and communities stay protected. #TakeResponsibility and remember, #VaccinesWork

#LassaFever Situation Report – Week 2, 2025 89 new cases confirmed and 12 deaths recorded across 13 states in Nigeria. Stay informed. Download, read, and share the full report here: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/4fb9445cb9e30a27518dfca3224b0c1f.pdf #LassaFever #PublicHealth #Nigeria

Our #LassaFever situation report for week 1, 2025 has been published. 54 cases have been confirmed and 10 deaths have been recorded across 6 states in Nigeria. 🔗Download, read, and share via https://ncdc.gov.ng/ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/1bded1685f8dc4961a169a274be138c2.pdf

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📢 Coming Up #LFWebinarSeries6 Join the 6th upcoming #LFWebinarSeries themed: "Breaking the Chain of Lassa Fever Transmission through Environmental Health Interventions". 🗓️Thursday 16th January 2025 🕓 10: 00 AM WAT 🔗Register via https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_12h8TdoPTXSC48U8LRvUUw#/registration OR Scan the QR Code on the poster #LFWebinarSeries