Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

2023-04-20 13:47:21 #Handwashing is a basic and effective tool against infections.

If we do not become sick, we would not need to use #antimicrobials.

Encourage your loved ones to practice frequent #handwashing with soap under running water.

Do your part to prevent #AntimicrobialResistance ክፈት / አስተያየት ይስጡ

2023-04-19 16:28:06 Of the 869 #LassaFever cases confirmed this year, the predominant age group affected was 21-30 years.

Download our #LassaFever situation report for more on the epidemiological situation and Nigeria’s response activities:
https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=5&name=An%20update%20of%20Lassa%20fever%20outbreak%20in%20Nigeria ክፈት / አስተያየት ይስጡ

2023-04-19 11:56:09 Do not save your drugs for later or share them with another person.

Ensure you complete your dosage as prescribed by a healthcare worker.

Play your part to prevent #AntimicrobialResistance. ክፈት / አስተያየት ይስጡ

2023-04-18 16:10:44 The risk of transmission of #cholera is higher in areas that lack adequate sanitation facilities and/or a regular supply of clean water.

Do not defecate in open areas
Only drink water from safe sources
Boil water before drinking
Ensure proper clearing of sewage ክፈት / አስተያየት ይስጡ

2023-04-18 11:18:12 Accurate diagnosis of diseases is essential to treat infections.

Healthcare workers are urged to give patients the BEST care. Ensure you conduct a test before you prescribe drugs.

#BeAntimicrobialsAware ክፈት / አስተያየት ይስጡ

2023-04-17 15:41:44 In March, 98 suspected cases of #cholera were reported across 5 states: Bayelsa (21), Cross River (61), Ebonyi (2), Katsina (1), and Zamfara (13)

Download and share our #cholera situation report via
https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=7&name=An%20update%20of%20Cholera%20outbreak%20in%20Nigeria ክፈት / አስተያየት ይስጡ

2023-04-17 11:55:52 #AntimicrobialResistance is one of the top 10 health threats in the world.

Everyone everywhere, including users and non-users of #antimicrobials have a role to play to prevent #AMR.

#BeAntimicrobialAware ክፈት / አስተያየት ይስጡ

2023-04-14 11:22:46 #Diphtheria spreads easily between people.

Individuals with signs and symptoms associated with diphtheria should isolate themselves and take precautionary measures while visiting the healthcare facility for diagnosis and treatment.

#TakeResponsibility ክፈት / አስተያየት ይስጡ

2023-04-13 15:52:41 Individuals at higher risk of #diphtheria infection are strongly advised to get vaccinated against diphtheria.

Visit a primary health care centre close to you to get the anti-diphtheria vaccine.

#TakeResponsibility to stay safe and healthy. ክፈት / አስተያየት ይስጡ

2023-04-13 11:13:55 #LassaFever remains a major public health challenge in Nigeria.

This year, we have recorded 846 confirmed cases across 25 States.

Stay updated with our weekly #LassaFever situation report: https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=5&name=An%20update%20of%20Lassa%20fever%20outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

#LassaFeverInfo ክፈት / አስተያየት ይስጡ