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#COVID19Nigeria update for Tuesday 19th May, 2020.

226 new cases of #COVID19:
131-Lagos
25-Ogun
15-Plateau
11-Edo
7-Kaduna
6-Oyo
5-FCT
5-Adamawa
4-Jigawa
4-Ebonyi
4-Borno
3-Nasarawa
2-Bauchi
2-Gombe
1-Enugu
1-Bayelsa

As at 19th May 2020, there are 6401 cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 1734 discharged and 192 dead.

A breakdown of cases by State can be found via: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng.

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Sometimes, #COVID19 test results take longer than 96 hours due to sample transport & other logistics.

While we work hard to reduce time between sample collection & result notification, please take preventive measures. Self-isolation is important.

https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/media/files/FAQS_on_COVID19_Diagnostics.pdf

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Join the discussion TODAY with NCDC DG, Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, WHO Regional Director for Africa, Dr. Matshidiso Moeti, and UN Special Rapporteur, David Kaye for the Africa.Com webinar.

What’s the Real Story Behind Africa’s #COVID19 Figures?

3:00 pm (GMT+1)
Wednesday, 20th May

Register via:
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Most people with #COVID19 recover fully after treatment.

Hear from Ayodeji Osowobi who was infected but recovered after being managed by health workers at Infectious Disease Hospital, Yaba.

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There are many drugs in clinical trial as scientists work towards finding a cure for #COVID19. Some have shown promising results.

Please avoid self-medication as it may lead to complications & death. Take medicines ONLY as prescribed by a health professional.

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The #COVID19Nigeria situation report for 19th May, 2020 has been published.

Our daily #COVID19 situation reports provide a summary of the epidemiological situation & response activities in Nigeria.

Download via:
https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=14&name=An%20update%20of%20COVID-19%20outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

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Are you currently participating in the UNICEF #COVID19 #innovationchallenge?

If yes, you will also need to share/upload your prototype on the Goodwall app. See full instructions via: https://twitter.com/UreportNigeria/status/1263067643730427905
The number of tests conducted per state is now published in our daily situation report

This is part of our committment to ensure transparent reporting of #COVID19 data in Nigeria

Read via:
https://t.co/Xo1WG4QDYT

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https://twitter.com/NCDCgov/status/1262697053450309633?s=09
#COVID19Nigeria update for Wednesday 20th May, 2020.

284 new cases of #COVID19:
199-Lagos
26-Rivers
19-Oyo
8-FCT
8-Borno
7-Plateau
6-Jigawa
5-Kano
2-Abia
1-Ekiti
1-Delta
1-Kwara
1-Taraba

As at 20th May 2020, there are 6677 cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 1840 discharged and 200 dead.

A breakdown of cases by State can be found via: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng.

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We have developed a document to address Frequently Asked Questions about TESTING for #COVID19.

Please follow closely as we answer them.

Also find them on our Twitter page via:
https://twitter.com/NCDCgov/status/1263409074634358784

Or download via:
https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/media/files/FAQS_on_COVID19_Diagnostics.pdf
FAQs ON #COVID19 TESTING

What is the method of testing for #COVID19Nigeria?

RT-PCR is the only approved method for #COVID19Nigeria. This is done in a molecular laboratory.