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#WellnessWednesday: The Power of Good Hygiene 🧼

Did you know that simple hygiene habits can prevent the spread of diseases like Mpox, Lassa fever, cholera, and measles?

🛡️ Protect yourself & others with these easy steps:
Wash your hands frequently with soap and water
Keep your surroundings clean to prevent disease causing germs
Cover your mouth when coughing or sneezing
Avoid sharing personal items like towels & utensils
Practice proper food hygiene
wash fruits & cook food thoroughly

Good hygiene = Better health! Let’s #TakeResponsibility for a healthier tomorrow. 💚

#WellnessWednesday #StayHealthy #PublicHealthMatters
#WellnessWednesday: Simple Health and Safety Tips!

Practice these 8 simple #HealthandSafetyTips to promote your well-being and prevent getting infected with diseases

Wash hands frequently with soap under clean running water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitiser

Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water daily to keep your body energised and support your immune system.

Get vaccinated: Stay up-to-date on vaccines for diseases like #diphtheria, #Measles #cholera, and #yellowfever.

Practice food hygiene: Wash fruits and vegetables thoroughly before eating. Store and cook your food properly.

Practice personal hygiene: Cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing. Dispose of used tissues properly.

Clean and disinfect surfaces: Regularly sanitise high-touch areas like phones, doorknobs, and countertops.

Seek medical help early: Don’t ignore unusual symptoms- Visit a health facility immediately.

Stay informed: Follow @NCDCgov for information on health promotion and disease prevention.

Your health is your greatest asset.


#StaySafe #NCDCNigeria #publichealth