Two new labs have been activated for inclusion in the NCDC Molecular Lab Network:

🔬 Osun State University Multidisciplinary Research Laboratory, Osogbo, Osun State.
🔬 Nasarawa State Diagnostic Laboratory, Lafia, Nasarawa.

Testing at any lab in the NCDC network is FREE of charge.

📢 Nigeria International Travel Portal

Q: How do I correct the information already provided?
A: Please send an email to travelportal@ncdc.gov.ng with Subject: CORRECTION OF TRAVEL INFORMATION.

For more NITP FAQs, visit:
https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/nitpfaq/

#TakeResponsibility

To #WearAMask might be uncomfortable but better a mask than a ventilator.

It is important to wear your face mask when you go out.

#WearAMask properly:
✅ Covering your nose & mouth
✅ No gaps
✅ Secured with straps

#TakeResponsibility, and stay safe for everyone.

🚨 #NCDCUpdate

This year, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has warned that flooding may affect 275 LGAs in 28 states in Nigeria.

Read our latest public health advisory on 10 essential measures to prevent infectious disease outbreaks during flooding.

Link:
https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/268/ten-essential-measures-to-prevent-infectious-disease-outbreaks-during-flooding

Our latest Public Health Advisory on #COVID19 reflects new information & measures to curb the spread of #COVID19Nigeria including:

✅ Travel advice
✅ Advice for health workers
✅ Advice for businesses
✅ How to protect yourself

Link:
https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/262/07-september-2020-%7C-abuja-%E2%80%93-public-health-advisory-on-covid-19

#TakeResponsibility

☑ Are you in the Federal Capital Territory❓
☑ Do you have symptoms of #COVID19❓
☑ Have you been in close contact with a recently confirmed case❓

Please visit one of our sample collection sites in FCT to get tested.

Access full list of sites via: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/samplesites/

You might come in contact with infected people with no symptoms.

It is important to maintain physical distancing and avoid large gatherings because you may not know who may have #COVID19.

#TakeResponsibility to keep yourself and your loved ones safe.

📢 Nigeria International Travel Portal

Q: Must travelers departing from Nigeria test for COVID-19?
A: The requirement for COVID-19 PCR negative test depends on the airline and travel destination.

For more NITP FAQs, visit:
https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/nitpfaq/

List of sample collection sites in Sokoto State has been uploaded on our website

Access full list via: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/samplesites/

#TakeResponsibility

A properly worn face mask acts as a protective barrier to prevent the spread of #COVID19.

#WearAMask properly:
✅ Covering your nose & mouth
✅ No gaps
✅ Secured with straps

Remember, a face mask is a personal item & must not be shared.

#TakeResponsibility

NCDC, the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research and Partners will be conducting household seroprevalence surveys in Nigeria, starting in Lagos, Gombe, Enugu, Nasarawa States.

This is part of research on the burden of #COVID19 in Nigeria

Newspaperhttps://ncdc.gov.ng/news/267/ncdc-and-nimr-launch-covid-19-household-seroprevalence-surveys-in-selected-states-of-nigeria

Frequent hand washing with soap under running water is one of the most effective ways to stop spread of diseases like #COVID19 that are transmitted via person-to-person contact or by touching contaminated surfaces.

#TakeResponsibility to keep yourself & loved ones safe & healthy

Remember, there is no scientific evidence that disinfectant tags often known as ‘Air Doctor’ can protect people against #COVID19.

Read our advisory on the use of 'Air Doctor' by the public to prevent #COVID19.

Link:
https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/266/public-health-advisory--no-evidence-on-benefit-of-%E2%80%98air-doctor%E2%80%99-tags-against-covid-19

#TakeResponsibility

Do not use a face shield without a face mask. A face shield alone cannot prevent the spread of infectious diseases like #COVID19.

Remember to:
✅ Wear a face mask
✅ Wash your hands with soap under running water
✅ Cough/sneeze into your elbow

#TakeResponsibility