Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)
58.1K subscribers
3.87K photos
344 videos
5 files
1.84K links
Official Telegram Channel of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention. Visit ncdc.gov.ng for more. CONTACT NCDC Connect Centre » Toll Free: 6232. Social Media Policy: ncdc.gov.ng/terms.
Download Telegram
“My happiest day was the day we discharged our oldest patient. She was 98 years old. Seeing Mama get discharged was an amazing moment for us. We gathered around and showed her lots of love...”

- Dr. Ekong (twitter.com/victorbassey)

#MyCOVID19NaijaStory
#COVID19Nigeria
#COVID19
This media is not supported in your browser
VIEW IN TELEGRAM
👉 Please, DO NOT PULL your mask down onto your chin.
👉 You can speak, cough or sneeze inside your mask, then wash or dispose properly

Watch for more useful advice on the use of face masks to reduce the risk of #COVID19 spread.

#TakeResponsibility
This media is not supported in your browser
VIEW IN TELEGRAM
“No cure yet for #COVID19, only supportive care is provided to patients. Supportive care or management of cases involve:

📍 Management of symptoms
📍 Management of pre-existing conditions
📍 Supplemental oxygen therapy
📍 Treatment of bacterial infection
📍 Ensuring patients are well-nourished & hydrated”

~ Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, DG NCDC.

#TakeResponsibility
#COVID19Nigeria update for Friday 5th of June, 2020.

328 new cases of #COVID19:

Lagos-121
FCT-70
Bauchi-25
Rivers-18
Oyo-16
Kaduna-15
Gombe-14
Edo-13
Ogun-13
Jigawa-8
Enugu-6
Kano-5
Osun-2
Ondo-2

As at 5th of June 2020, there are 11844 cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 3696 discharged and 333 dead.

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

#TakeResponsibility
Nigeria's Honourable Misiter of Health #HMH, Dr. Osagie E. Ehanire, will be on Twitter Live reflecting and discussing next steps of 100 days for the #COVID19Nigeria Response.

Date: Today, Saturday, 6th June, 2020
Time: 4PM (WAT)

Platform: Twitter via twitter.com/Fmohnigeria

#TakeResponsibility
This media is not supported in your browser
VIEW IN TELEGRAM
In #Kano State, #NTANewsNow correspondent visited one of the four currently operational treatment centres for #COVID19 in the state.

Watch this clip to hear the experience of patients being treated for #COVID19 and health workers who provide care.

#TakeResponsibility
This media is not supported in your browser
VIEW IN TELEGRAM
As experts across the world work to find a solution to #COVID19, there are important steps we can take to stay safe:

Physical distancing
Frequent handwashing
Wearing a face mask in public

Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, DG NCDC, calls on everyone to #TakeResponsibility and inspire others to do the same.
Remember, it is important to stay home as much as possible to reduce the risk of #COVID19 spread. Please...

Hold meetings or religious gatherings via teleconference
Socialise with friends & family virtually
Avoid visiting the ill & elderly

#TakeResponsibility
#COVID19Nigeria update for Saturday 6th of June, 2020.

389 new cases of
#COVID19:

Lagos-66
FCT-50
Delta-32
Oyo-31
Borno-26
Rivers-24
Edo-23
Ebonyi-23
Anambra-17
Gombe-17
Nasarawa-14
Imo-12
Kano-12
Sokoto-12
Jigawa-8
Ogun-7
Bauchi-5
Kebbi-2
Kaduna-2
Katsina-2
Ondo-2
Abia-1
Niger-1

As at 6th of June 2020, there are 12233 cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 3826 discharged and 342 dead.

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

#TakeResponsibility
Ensuring #FoodSafety is key in the prevention of infectious disease like #Cholera & #LassaFever.

#TakeResponsibility by ensuring safe hygienic practices in the preparation and consumption of food.

👌 Remember to wear a mask & practice physical distancing when visiting food markets.

Stay Safe!
#COVID19Nigeria update for Sunday 7th of June, 2020.

260 new cases of #COVID19:

Abia-67
FCT-40
Lagos-38
Ogun-19
Gombe-16
Edo-14
Imo-9
Kwara-8
Katsina-8
Nasarawa-8
Borno-8
Kaduna-6
Bauchi-5
Ekiti-4
Niger-2
Ondo-2
Plateau-2
Kano-2
Sokoto-2

As at 7th of June 2020, there are 12486 cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 3959 discharged and 354 dead.

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

#TakeResponsibility
Q: Should I wear a mask?

A: The Federal Government has mandated the use of non-medical face masks, when in public spaces. You must wear a face mask when outdoors or in a public setting.

Read our guide on use of face masks by the public:
https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/media/files/UseOfClothFaceMasks.pdf


See more FAQs via:
https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/faq/
Participating in the UNICEF COVID-19 Innovation Challenge will avail you an opportunity to earn free mentorship and business advice from the Co-Creation Hub (cchubnigeria.com)

Register here👉https://bit.ly/2YVns7K

*** T&Cs apply.


#innovationchallenge
#yoma
#ureportnigeria
#unicefinnovation
#COVID19Nigeria
#TakeResponsibility
#COVID19Nigeria update for Monday 8th of June, 2020.

315 new cases of
#COVID19:

Lagos- 128
FCT-34
Rivers- 32
Edo- 28
Oyo- 22
Kaduna- 20
Gombe- 13
Ogun- 8
Plateau- 5
Delta- 7
Kwara- 7
Kano- 5
Bauchi- 4
Katsina- 2

As at 8th of June 2020, there are 12801 cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 4040 discharged and 361 dead.

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

#TakeResponsibility
Forwarded from Coronavirus Info
This media is not supported in your browser
VIEW IN TELEGRAM
📣#COVID19Nigeria UPDATE!!!

Measures for Easing of Lockdown Phase 2

🕙 Curfew from 10pm to 4am.

🕌 Restricted opening of religious centres.

Funerals limited to 20 people.

🧤 No use of latex gloves for non-medical purposes.

TO REMAIN CLOSED:
- Schools
- Bars
- Gyms
- Cinemas
- Restaurants
- Nightclubs