Any form of #Meningitis is an emergency!

ALL healthcare workers are urged to have a high index of suspicion and immediately report if they notice these signs & symptoms in their patients:
➡️Fever/severe headache
➡️Vomiting
➡️Drowsiness
➡️Rash
➡️Seizures
➡️Muscle/joint pain
➡️Stiff neck

Are you familiar with the signs of #Meningitis in CHILDREN and ADULTS?

Know the signs and symptoms to ensure early reporting to a healthcare facility when noticed.

Cerebrospinal #Meningitis is a MEDICAL EMERGENCY!

#StaySafeStayHealthy

#Meningitis vaccines are safe, effective, and give protection to your family and community.

Parents and caregivers, now is the time to catch up on the childhood immunisations that protect against meningitis.

#Meningitis is a serious infection that can lead to severe complications & death

Report immediately to a healthcare facility if you or a loved one experiences
➡️Neck pain
➡️Pain on looking at bright lights
➡️Vomiting
➡️Muscle/joint/limb pain
➡️Rash
➡️Seizures
➡️Cold hands & feet

#Meningitis spreads mostly from one person to another through respiratory droplets e.g. coughing, sneezing & close contact such as kissing

Meningitis can affect anyone at any age.

Seek medical attention if you experience symptoms.

#Meningitis is a top cause of acquired deafness in children.

Get them vaccinated! Meningitis is largely vaccine-preventable!

Parents/caregivers are urged to visit any primary health care centre close to them to get their children/wards vaccinated against #meningitis.

#TakeResponsibility

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.

#TakeResponsibility

Your input is crucial in shaping better prevention, treatment and control strategies against #Meningitis in Nigeria.


📋Take our #Meningitis KAP Survey to share your knowledge, attitudes, and practices.


🔗Survey link
https://forms.gle/R5uxSdet2nPNQvpRA

Love ❤️ and #Meningitis!

In this #HealthTori episode, we explore the story of a young man facing ongoing challenges stemming from a #Meningitis infection he had during childhood.

🔗Listen, learn and share full episode
https://youtu.be/8-dlxFfcWhc?feature=shared

Did You Know: #Meningitis is a top cause of acquired deafness in children?

Parents/caregivers are urged to get them vaccinated! Meningitis is largely vaccine-preventable!

Visit any primary health care centre close to you to get your children/wards vaccinated against #meningitis.

#TakeResponsibility

#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

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.

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

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

Bacterial meningitis leaves 1 in 5 people with disabilities such as hearing loss, brain damage and limb loss.

Listen to the love story of a young man facing challenges stemming from a #Meningitis infection and his health advice.

🔗#HealthTori:

https://youtu.be/8-dlxFfcWhc?feature=shared

Are you familiar with the signs of #Meningitis in ADULTS?

Know the signs and symptoms to report early to a healthcare facility when noticed.

#CerebrospinalMeningitis is a MEDICAL EMERGENCY!

#StaySafeStayHealthy #WorldMeningitisDay

🔗
https://youtu.be/ZhZdin-Cn9s?feature=shared

#Meningitis can progress rapidly, but early detection and treatment can save lives.

If you notice symptoms such as:
☑️Fever
☑️Vomiting
☑️Severe headache
☑️Stiff neck
☑️Seizures, or light sensitivity, seek medical attention immediately.

✅Protect yourself and your loved ones by practicing good hygiene and getting vaccinated.

Know the signs. Act fast.

#MeningitisAwareness #HealthyLiving #NCDCNigeria

#Meningitis is a serious and potentially life threatening infection that requires urgent attention.

Be aware of the symptoms:
➡️High fever
➡️Severe headache
➡️Vomiting
➡️Stiff neck
➡️Sensitivity to light

Protect yourself and others by: ✔️Practicing good hygiene
✔️Avoiding overcrowded spaces
✔️ Getting vaccinated

If you notice any symptoms, seek medical care immediately.

Early detection and treatment save lives!!

#MeningitisAwareness #HealthyLiving #NCDCNigeria