"26 States in Nigeria are within the African Meningitis Belt"

"It is important for everyone to know the signs & symptoms to #DefeatMeningitis" -Dr. Priscilla Ibekwe, National CSM Technical Working Group Lead

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#WorldMeningitisDay

Across the world, meningitis kills 1 in 10 people & causes lifelong disability in 1 in 5 people who survive it.

This #WorldMeningitisDay aims to remind us to raise awareness of #meningitis, its signs & symptoms, available vaccines and the race we must make to #DefeatMeningitis

Bacterial meningitis is largely vaccine-preventable; #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.

#WorldMeningitisDay

Vaccination is the best prevention measure against #CerebrospinalMeningitis.

Ensure you complete Nigeria's routine immunisation schedule for your children or wards to keep them #safe from vaccine-preventable diseases.

#DefeatMeningitis
#WorldMeningitisDay

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

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