Individuals at higher risk of #diphtheria infection are strongly advised to get vaccinated against diphtheria.

Those at higher risk include:
➡️Children & adults who have not received a dose of the diphtheria toxoid-containing vaccine
➡️People living in crowded environments & areas with poor sanitation
➡️Healthcare workers & those exposed to cases of diphtheria

Visit a primary health care centre close to you to get the anti-diphtheria vaccine.

📃Deadline Extended✔️

The deadline for the submission of abstracts for #ARS2023 has been extended to 31st August 2023❗

Do not miss this opportunity. Submit your abstracts via https://www.afr-rn-symposium.net/

Conference registration is also open!

Share Facts NOT Fear❗

🔗Visit our website for accurate information on #diphtheria and to stay informed!
➡️Factsheet: https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/info/D
➡️Public health advisory: https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/435/diphtheria-public-health-advisory-amidst-outbreak-in-nigeria
➡️Healthcare workers advisory: https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/436/diphtheria-health-advisory-for-health-care-workers-amidst-outbreak-in-nigeria
➡️Situation reports: https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=18&name=An%20Update%20of%20Diphtheria%20Outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

📢COMING UP

What role do States have to play in the control of the #diphtheria outbreak in Nigeria❓

Register to join the 4th series of our Diphtheria webinar:

Theme: Diphtheria Outbreak in Nigeria: the role of subnational officers
🗓️ Tuesday, 8th August
🕙 10:00 AM

🔗Register via https://bit.ly/DiphtheriaWebinarS4

#DYK?

People at higher risk of #anthrax infection are:
➡️Those who handle animals or animal products
➡️Those who consume animals that are found dead
➡️Those who consume raw/undercooked meat from sick animals
etc.

Read our fact sheet to learn more:
🔗https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/factsheet/72

Seek the advice of a qualified healthcare professional when you feel sick.

Self-medication can be harmful.

#TakeResponsibility by using antimicrobials appropriately

📣15 MINUTES TO GO!

Register to join the 4th series of our Diphtheria webinar

Theme: Diphtheria Outbreak in Nigeria: the role of subnational officers
🗓️ TODAY, 8th August
🕙 10:00 AM

🔗Register via https://bit.ly/DiphtheriaWebinarS4

Our monthly situation report on #diphtheria has been published.

This report provides a summary of the #diphtheria outbreak, the current epidemiological situation in Nigeria, and our preparedness and response activities.

Download via
https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=18&name=An%20Update%20of%20Diphtheria%20Outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

Nigeria's first #JointExternalEvaluation conducted in 2017 established a baseline measurement of our capacity and capabilities to prevent, detect and rapidly respond to public health threats

Findings from the exercise demonstrated critical gaps to be addressed to strengthen our national health security.

#JEENigeria2023

Dear Healthcare Workers,

Remember that many infections present with similar signs and symptoms. Always maintain a high index of suspicion.

To prevent #AntimicrobialResistance, conduct a test before you treat a patient.

The results from Nigeria's first #JointExternalEvaluation guided the development of the National Action Plan for Health Security in 2018.

This 5-year plan covered the minimum investments required to effectively prevent, detect, and respond to public health threats and strengthen Nigeria's health security.

Read the NAPHS: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/establishment/5e88f9e22d2b4e4563b527005c8a0c43.pdf

#JEENigeria2023

📃Deadline Extended✔️

Calling all researchers, clinicians, public health practitioners & health workers!

The deadline for the submission of abstracts for #ARS2023 has been extended to 31st August 2023❗

Submit your abstracts via https://www.afr-rn-symposium.net/

Conference registration is also open!

The #COVID19 pandemic exposed gaps in health equity globally and nationally.

This #JEENigeria2023 process using the #JEE 3.0 tool will help us assess how far Nigeria has come over the last 5 years as well as identify new areas for improvement considering evolving national and global threats.

The upcoming #JEENigeria2023 process is critical to assess and strengthen Nigeria's health security system capabilities through multisectoral collaboration.

This will ensure we identify gaps, develop effective strategies, and implement necessary measures to safeguard the health of our nation.

🗓️Save The Date!

WHAT?
The second Joint External Evaluation #JEE of Nigeria’s health security capacity, through the assessment of its #InternationalHealthRegulations prescribed core capacities

WHEN?
Monday, 14th - Friday, 18th August 2023

WHERE?
Virtual: Livestream

#JEENigeria2023

3 weeks ago, we commenced the #JEENigeria2023 process with a self-evaluation exercise, bringing together MDA's and partners involved in Nigeria's health security.

Over the next five days, Nigeria 🇳🇬will be conducting the second phase of the #JEENigeria2023, the external validation process.

What does this entail? Read our press release
🔗https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/492/nigeria-commences-its-second-joint-external-evaluation-%28jee%29-for-the-international-health-regulations-%28ihr%29-core-capacities

We are LIVE❗❗❗

Join the Livestream of Nigeria's 2nd Joint External Evaluation of IHR Core Capacities.

🔗https://youtube.com/live/oWnOU0Ys3P0?feature=share7

Follow the discussions using #JEENigeria2023

We have kickstarted the 2nd Day of the #JEENigeria2023 🇳🇬 validation process.

Join us via https://youtube.com/live/pZBsi3g47mE?feature=share

#Cholera Situation Report

Our monthly Cholera Situation Report for July has been published on our website

🔗Download, read and share via
https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=7&name=An%20update%20of%20Cholera%20outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

Today concludes the weeklong #JEENigeria2023 external validation process.

The @WHO #JEE mission team will provide a summary of their findings from the assessment of Nigeria's #IHR core capacities and give feedback from their visits to selected sites.

Join the live stream: https://youtube.com/live/rxiAK-AqE5k?feature=share7