Our Public Health Advisory to Nigerians on #COVID19 is updated regularly to reflect the latest information on #COVID19Nigeria including:

* How to stay protected
* Advice for health workers
* & more

Read on our microsite via:
https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/advisory.php

#TakeResponsibility
#StayAtHome
#FlattenTheCurve

How do I get tested for #COVID19?

1. Call your State hotline.

2. Stay at home & wait for further instructions.

3. The State team will arrange for sample collection & transportation from your location to the lab.

4. Remain in self-isolation while testing is on.

#TakeResponsibility
#StayAtHome
#FlattenTheCurve

STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE

PRESIDENT BUHARI ADDRESSES THE NATION

President Muhammadu Buhari will broadcast to the nation Monday, April 13, 2020 at 7pm.

Television, radio and other electronic media outlets are enjoined to hook up to the network services of the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) and Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN) respectively for the broadcast.

Femi Adesina
Special Adviser to the President
(Media & Publicity)
April 13, 2020

TWENTY new cases of #COVID19 have been reported as follows:

13 in Lagos
2 in Edo
2 in Kano
2 in Ogun
1 in Ondo

As at 09:50 pm 13th April, there are 343 confirmed cases of #COVID19 reported in Nigeria. 91 have been discharged with 10 deaths.

No of States with confirmed cases: 19 + FCT.

For detailed update, please visit:
www.covid19.ncdc.gov.ng

#LassafeverInfo

#Lassafever presents with symptoms similar to those of many illnesses like malaria.

Symptoms include fever, muscle aches, sore throat, nausea & vomiting.

Early reporting can save your life. Please report to a health facility if you experience these symptoms.

Hands are the primary way by which #COVID19 is spread from person to person & by touching contaminated surfaces.

To stay protected wash your hands frequently with soap under running water for 20 seconds & avoid touching your face with unwashed hands.

#TakeResponsibility
#StayAtHome
#FlattenTheCurve

Every week, the NCDC Weekly Epidemiological Report #NCDCWER is published on our website.

This week's editorial focuses on the government's efforts to optimise diagnostic capacity for #COVID19Nigeria across States.

#TakeResponsibility

Read here: https://ncdc.gov.ng/reports/253/2020-march-week-13

📢TWEETCHAT!

Join Dr. Sandra Mba (@Sandra_Mba91) from the NCDC #COVID19 Case Management Team as she answers questions in a TweetChat on: 'COVID-19: What Nigerians Need to Know'.

Host: Guardian Nigeria (@GuardianNigeria)

Time: 12:00 pm (GMT+1)

Follow along with the hashtags: #TGNTweetChat #COVID19TweetChat

📢 #COVID19Nigeria UPDATE

NCDC has issued an advisory to guide Nigerians on the use of face masks, and recommends that face masks are worn:

1. As an optional added layer of physical distancing, and to be disposed of properly after use.

2. While in crowded settings, like markets.

3. Used in combination with social distancing, hand washing, respiratory hygiene & disinfection of surfaces.

It is critical to ensure proper handling of masks. Improper disposal & frequent touching can increase risk of infection with the #COVID19 virus.

PLEASE NOTE - Due to a global shortage of face masks:

1. Medical masks are best preserved for patients & healthcare workers who need them most.

2. Make use of improvised options such as cloth masks.

Improvised face masks can be used as long as they are properly washed regularly. They can be made out of cloth or other materials.

Read more about this advisory via: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/resource/guideline/UseOfMasks.pdf

#TakeResponsibility

ELEVEN new cases of #COVID19 have been reported in LAGOS STATE.

As at 11:00 pm 14th April there are 373 confirmed cases of #COVID19 reported in Nigeria. 99 have been discharged with 11 deaths.


For detailed update, please visit:
www.covid19.ncdc.gov.ng

#TakeResponsibility
#StayAtHome
#FlattenTheCurve

#Lassafeverinfo

Regular handwashing with soap under running water💦 is key to preventing the spread of #Lassafever & other infectious diseases.

On our website you will find useful information and updates on Lassa fever, including:

Advice for the general public & healthcare workers

Answers to frequently asked questions

Current Situation Reports

Visit: www.ncdc.gov.ng.

Q: Who can get tested for #COVID19Nigeria?

Answer:
Testing is conducted for 3 categories of people who have shown symptoms of #COVID19:

1. Contacts of confirmed cases .
2. Residents in areas of moderate-high prevalence of #COVID19 .
3. Recent returnees to Nigeria.

#TakeResponsibility
#StayAtHome
#FlattenTheCurve

Questions or to report a suspected case of #COVID19, call your State hotline.

NCDC #COVID19 microsite contains an updated list of emergency numbers provided by States via: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/statecontacts.php

Can't reach your State-managed lines? Call NCDC: 080097000010.

#TakeResponsibility
#StayAtHome
#FlattenTheCurve

📢#COVID19Nigeria UPDATE

Two new labs have been activated for #COVID19 testing at:

1. DNA Lab, a private sector lab in Kaduna.

2. University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital, Borno.

This brings the number of COVID-19 testing labs in Nigeria to 13. Sokoto & Port Harcourt are currently in progress.

NCDC Director General, Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu will be live tomorrow on Channels TV #SunriseDaily to discuss the latest on #COVID19Nigeria.

* What the Government is doing.
* Measures to stay safe.

Tune in...

Date: 15 APRIL, 2020
Time: 7:20AM (GMT)
Via: #DSTV 254

Livestream:
www.channelstv.com/live

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THIRTY-FOUR new cases of #COVID19 have been reported as follows:

18 Lagos
12 in Kano
2 in Katsina
1 in Delta
1 in Niger

As at 11:20 pm 15th April there are 407 confirmed cases of #COVID19 reported in Nigeria. 128 have been discharged with 12 deaths.

#TakeResponsibility

#COVID19Nigeria

For the latest info on infectious diseases in Nigeria, our verified communication channels are:

✅ Instagram: instagram.com/NCDCgov
✅ Twitter: twitter.com/NCDCgov
✅ Facebook: fb.com/NCDCgov
✅ Telegram: t.me/NCDCgov
✅ WhatsApp: 07087110839

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Happening now!

NCDC DG, Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu on Channels TV #SunriseDaily.

Join via: https://youtu.be/rVH3vmpoOVA

NCDC Director General, Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu will be live tomorrow on Channels TV #SunriseDaily to discuss the latest on #COVID19Nigeria.

* What the Government is doing.
* Measures to stay safe.

Tune in...

Date: 15 APRIL, 2020
Time: 7:20AM (GMT)
Via: #DSTV 254

Livestream:
www.channelstv.com/live

#TakeResponsibility