Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

Our #LassaFever situation reports for weeks 28 and 29, 2024 have 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

Know the signs and symptoms of #Meningitis: ➡️Fever/severe headache ➡️Vomiting ➡️Drowsiness ➡️Rash ➡️Seizures ➡️Muscle/joint pain ➡️Stiff neck Do not ignore them or self-medicate! Visit a healthcare facility close to you for prompt diagnosis and treatment. For more #HealthTori series, visit: https://youtu.be/8-dlxFfcWhc?feature=shared

Our weekly #cholera situation report for weeks 28 and 29 has been uploaded. The reports provide an update on the current #cholera epidemiological situation in Nigeria and our response activities. 🔗 Download via: https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=7&name=An%20update%20of%20Cholera%20outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

#Antimicrobials are not always needed when you are feeling unwell. Antibiotics should only be prescribed by healthcare professionals after an appropriate diagnostic test. Be an #AntimicrobialResistance guardian.

Symptoms of #Cholera include: ➡️Profuse watery stool ➡️Nausea ➡️Vomiting ➡️Weakness Do not ignore them or self-medicate! Visit a healthcare facility close to you for prompt diagnosis and treatment. #STOPCholera

People of all age groups who live in areas with poor sanitation and hygiene are at higher risk of #cholera infection. 🚫Do not defecate in open areas 🧤Clear your drainages ✅Only drink water from safe sources ✅Dispose of refuse properly in waste disposal sites Public health advisory⬇️ 🔗https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/513/stop-cholera%3A-public-health-advisory #StopCholera

Vaccination is the best prevention measure against #CerebrospinalMeningitis. Ensure you complete Nigeria's routine immunisation schedule for your children or wards to keep them safe and #healthy. #DefeatMeningitis

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 properly in waste disposal sites Public health advisory⬇️ 🔗https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/513/stop-cholera%3A-public-health-advisory

Know the signs and symptoms! #Cholera symptoms are watery diarrhoea, vomiting, and dehydration. Don't ignore them! Visit a healthcare facility close to you for prompt diagnosis and treatment. #STOPCholera

Bacterial meningitis leaves 1 in 5 people with disabilities such as hearing loss, brain damage and limb loss. But meningitis is largely vaccine-preventable! In our #HealthTori episode on #Meningitis, we explore the story of a young man facing challenges stemming from a #Meningitis infection he had during childhood. 🔗Listen, learn and share via https://youtu.be/8-dlxFfcWhc?feature=shared

Beverages, ice and drinks prepared with unclean or contaminated water can spread #cholera. Protect yourself and your loved ones; do not buy or consume foods or drinks prepared with water from unreliable sources. #StaySafe #StayHealthy #STOPCholera

Our weekly #cholera situation report for week 27 has been uploaded. The report provides an update on the current #cholera epidemiological situation in Nigeria and our response activities. 🔗 Download via: https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=7&name=An%20update%20of%20Cholera%20outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

Our guidelines on Infection Prevention & Control for #ViralHemorrhagicFevers include standard operating procedures and checklists to be used in the care & management of VHFs such as #LassaFever & #YellowFever. Healthcare workers are urged to read & share via 🔗https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/docs/protocols/341_1707300274.pdf

#HandHygiene with soap under clean, running water is very vital to the prevention of #cholera. Important #handwashing moments⬇️ ✅While caring for the ill ✅After using the toilet ✅Before food preparation ✅Before and after eating ✅After touching high contact surfaces #TakeResponsibility

ALWAYS boil your water before drinking. Water from CONTAMINATED storage tanks are not safe for drinking. Make your water safe: Boil and store in properly covered containers before drinking. #STOPCholera

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.

Foods can become contaminated with dirty hands during preparation or while eating, causing #cholera ➡️Cook food thoroughly before eating ➡️Wash raw fruits and vegetables with safe water before eating ➡️Reheat leftovers well before eating ➡️People with diarrhoea should avoid preparing food or hauling water for others #STOPCholera

#Meningitis is an inflammation of the membranes around the spinal cord & brain. Seek medical attention when you experience signs & symptoms such as ✅Fever/severe headache ✅Vomiting ✅Drowsiness ✅Rash ✅Seizures ✅Muscle/joint pain ✅Stiff neck #TakeResponsibility

Our #cholera situation reports are now weekly. The reports provide an update on the #cholera epidemiological situation in Nigeria and our response activities. 🔗 Download via: https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=7&name=An%20update%20of%20Cholera%20outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

Our #LassaFever situation report for week 25, 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