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The #COVID19Nigeria situation report for 21st May, 2020 has been published.

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

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

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Mobile network providers have collaborated with NCDC to keep Nigerians informed on staying safe during the pandemic.

🙏Thank you MTN Nigeria
🙏Thank you GLO Nigeria
🙏Thank you Airtel Nigeria
🙏Thank you 9Mobile Nigeria

Your support plays a critical role in the nation's #COVID19 response.

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DID YOU KNOW?

Some people who test positive for #COVID19 show no symptoms but can still spread the virus.

Read this article to learn more on what it means to be asymptomatic, why these patients require management & how to reduce risk of becoming infected: https://guardian.ng/opinion/silent-spreaders-of-covid-19-people-without-symptoms/
#COVID19Nigeria update for Sunday 24th May, 2020.

313 new cases of #COVID19:
148-Lagos
36-FCT
27-Rivers
19-Edo
13-Kano
12-Ogun
11-Ebonyi
8-Nasarawa
8-Delta
7-Oyo
6- Plateau
5-Kaduna
4-Kwara
3-Akwa Ibom
3-Bayelsa
2-Niger
1-Anambra

As at 24th of May 2020, there are 7839 cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 2263 discharged and 226 dead.

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

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The #COVID19Nigeria situation report for 24th 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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FAQs ON #COVID19 DIAGNOSTICS

Where do I go to get tested?

Please call your state hotline. Some states have sample collection sites; while in some a health worker will visit you. Officials will advise on sample collection based on your condition

For State Hotlines, visit:

https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/contact/
#COVID19Nigeria update for Monday 25th May, 2020.

229 new cases of #COVID19:
Lagos-90
Katsina-27
Imo-26
Kano-23
FCT-14
Plateau-12
Ogun-9
Delta-7
Borno-5
Rivers-5
Oyo-4
Gombe-3
Osun-2
Anambra-1
Bayelsa-1

As at 25th of May 2020, there are 8068 cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 2311 discharged and 233 dead.

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

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Older people and those with pre-existing medical conditions such as diabetes & cancer, are at a higher risk of complications from #COVID19.

Let's #TakeResponsibility by ensuring proper hand hygiene, physical distancing and wearing a mask especially around vulnerable groups.
“I was scared. I trembled. I felt like I was staring at #COVID19 right in the face. It was at that point that I wanted to quit and go back to my normal life...”

~ Okoro Godwin Omeri
, COVID19 Sample Collector, FCT


#COVID19 continues to affect each one of us in different ways. Follow #MyCOVID19NaijaStory on Twitter for insight into the experiences of people across the country uniquely impacted by the pandemic.

Follow the hashtag via:
https://twitter.com/hashtag/MyCOVID19NaijaStory?src=hashtag_click.

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DID YOU KNOW?

When someone wearing a mask coughs or sneezes, droplets of saliva and mucus are trapped in the mask.

These droplets could be carrying infectious agents like the one that causes #COVID19.

Please DO NOT SHARE or reuse a mask worn by someone else


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Last week, the #NCDCTeam trained military personnel including medical, lab, engineering and kitchen staff from 7 states: Osun, Ogun, Ekiti, Ondo, Kwara, Edo and Oyo.

The exercise focused on demystifying #COVID19 and strengthening surveillance, case reporting, IPC and case management

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The #COVID19Nigeria situation report for 25th 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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Our Weekly Epidemiological Report #NCDCWER provides updates on epidemic-prone diseases in Nigeria.

This week's editorial focuses on the mandatory institutional quarantine for returnees to Nigeria to control the risk of #COVID19 spread.

Read via: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/docs/wers/259_1590493860.pdf
#COVID19Nigeria update for Tuesday 26th May, 2020.

276 new cases of #COVID19:
Lagos-161
Rivers-36
Edo-27
Kaduna-19
Nasarawa-10
Oyo-6
Kano-4
Delta-3
Ebonyi-3
Gombe-2
Ogun-1
Ondo-1
Borno-1
Abia-1
Bauchi-1

As at 26th of May 2020, there are 8344 cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 2385 discharged and 249 dead.

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

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Face masks are to be used as an ADDITIONAL layer of physical distancing while out for essential services.

Please remember to avoid mass gatherings including religious services, sporting events & ceremonies.

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On our WhatsApp service you can:

📱Get info on #COVID19Nigeria
📱Text the word "Update" for the latest case figures
📱Connect with an agent to report a suspected case

To access, add the number: +2347087110839; or click: https://api.whatsapp.com/send?phone=2347087110839&text=Hi&source=&data=

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Today we recognise the impact that the #COVID19 pandemic may have on children & the importance of keeping them safe, informed & mentally healthy.

Happy #ChildrensDay2020.

We are proud of the ways you #TakeResponsibility!
Pic: LUTH delivers fourth (4th) expectant mother (22 year-old) diagnosed with Covid-19 of twins.


NCDC is working very hard to support states in setting up treatment centres & training health workers to manage #COVID19 patients to recovery.

We commend colleagues making tremendous sacrifices & working around the clock to save lives & control the pandemic.

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