As part efforts to reduce the risk of health workers' infection, the #NCDCTeam continues to conduct infection prevention and control trainings in states across Nigeria.
Trainees will transfer these skills to other health workers in their facilities to ensure optimal IPC practices.
Trainees will transfer these skills to other health workers in their facilities to ensure optimal IPC practices.
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Usually, the National Mosque in Abuja, Nigeria hosts thousands of worshippers. However, due to #COVID19 pandemic, physical gatherings have been suspended.
Watch to see how religious leaders & devotees in Abuja #TakeResponsibility by adopting alterative prayers practices.
Watch to see how religious leaders & devotees in Abuja #TakeResponsibility by adopting alterative prayers practices.
We are aware of the message circulating that NCDC will facilitate a #COVID19 relief package for Nigerians. This is FALSE.
The public is advised to disregard this message.
NCDC’s mandate is to support States in preparing, detecting & responding to infectious disease outbreaks.
The public is advised to disregard this message.
NCDC’s mandate is to support States in preparing, detecting & responding to infectious disease outbreaks.
Across the country, health workers are working very hard to manage #COVID19 cases to recovery.
Muslim health workers share their experiences with stigma, fasting on the job & being away from home while on the front lines of #COVID19 this Ramadan.
https://www.zikoko.com/money/hustle/what-is-ramadan-like-for-muslim-health-workers/
Muslim health workers share their experiences with stigma, fasting on the job & being away from home while on the front lines of #COVID19 this Ramadan.
https://www.zikoko.com/money/hustle/what-is-ramadan-like-for-muslim-health-workers/
Our Weekly Epidemiological Report #NCDCWER provides updates on epidemic-prone diseases in Nigeria.
This week's editorial focuses on NCDC & States' roles in #COVID19 testing & management, addressing common questions on responsibilities for each.
Read via:
https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/docs/wers/258_1589901984.pdf
This week's editorial focuses on NCDC & States' roles in #COVID19 testing & management, addressing common questions on responsibilities for each.
Read via:
https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/docs/wers/258_1589901984.pdf
#COVID19Nigeria update for Tuesday 19th May, 2020.
226 new cases of #COVID19:
131-Lagos
25-Ogun
15-Plateau
11-Edo
7-Kaduna
6-Oyo
5-FCT
5-Adamawa
4-Jigawa
4-Ebonyi
4-Borno
3-Nasarawa
2-Bauchi
2-Gombe
1-Enugu
1-Bayelsa
As at 19th May 2020, there are 6401 cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 1734 discharged and 192 dead.
A breakdown of cases by State can be found via: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng.
#TakeResponsibility
226 new cases of #COVID19:
131-Lagos
25-Ogun
15-Plateau
11-Edo
7-Kaduna
6-Oyo
5-FCT
5-Adamawa
4-Jigawa
4-Ebonyi
4-Borno
3-Nasarawa
2-Bauchi
2-Gombe
1-Enugu
1-Bayelsa
As at 19th May 2020, there are 6401 cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 1734 discharged and 192 dead.
A breakdown of cases by State can be found via: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng.
#TakeResponsibility
Sometimes, #COVID19 test results take longer than 96 hours due to sample transport & other logistics.
While we work hard to reduce time between sample collection & result notification, please take preventive measures. Self-isolation is important.
https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/media/files/FAQS_on_COVID19_Diagnostics.pdf
#TakeResponsibility
While we work hard to reduce time between sample collection & result notification, please take preventive measures. Self-isolation is important.
https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/media/files/FAQS_on_COVID19_Diagnostics.pdf
#TakeResponsibility
Join the discussion TODAY with NCDC DG, Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, WHO Regional Director for Africa, Dr. Matshidiso Moeti, and UN Special Rapporteur, David Kaye for the Africa.Com webinar.
What’s the Real Story Behind Africa’s #COVID19 Figures?
3:00 pm (GMT+1)
Wednesday, 20th May
Register via:
virtualconferenceafrica.com
What’s the Real Story Behind Africa’s #COVID19 Figures?
3:00 pm (GMT+1)
Wednesday, 20th May
Register via:
virtualconferenceafrica.com
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Most people with #COVID19 recover fully after treatment.
Hear from Ayodeji Osowobi who was infected but recovered after being managed by health workers at Infectious Disease Hospital, Yaba.
#TakeResponsibility
Hear from Ayodeji Osowobi who was infected but recovered after being managed by health workers at Infectious Disease Hospital, Yaba.
#TakeResponsibility
There are many drugs in clinical trial as scientists work towards finding a cure for #COVID19. Some have shown promising results.
Please avoid self-medication as it may lead to complications & death. Take medicines ONLY as prescribed by a health professional.
#TakeResponsibility
Please avoid self-medication as it may lead to complications & death. Take medicines ONLY as prescribed by a health professional.
#TakeResponsibility
The #COVID19Nigeria situation report for 19th May, 2020 has been published.
Our daily #COVID19 situation reports provide a summary of the epidemiological situation & response activities in Nigeria.
Download via:
https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=14&name=An%20update%20of%20COVID-19%20outbreak%20in%20Nigeria
#TakeResponsibility
Our daily #COVID19 situation reports provide a summary of the epidemiological situation & response activities in Nigeria.
Download via:
https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=14&name=An%20update%20of%20COVID-19%20outbreak%20in%20Nigeria
#TakeResponsibility
Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)
Join the discussion TODAY with NCDC DG, Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, WHO Regional Director for Africa, Dr. Matshidiso Moeti, and UN Special Rapporteur, David Kaye for the Africa.Com webinar. What’s the Real Story Behind Africa’s #COVID19 Figures? 3:00 pm (GMT+1)…
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What's the Real Story Behind Africa's COVID-19 Figures?
What's the Real Story Behind Africa's COVID-19 Figures?
Are you currently participating in the UNICEF #COVID19 #innovationchallenge?
If yes, you will also need to share/upload your prototype on the Goodwall app. See full instructions via: https://twitter.com/UreportNigeria/status/1263067643730427905
If yes, you will also need to share/upload your prototype on the Goodwall app. See full instructions via: https://twitter.com/UreportNigeria/status/1263067643730427905
The number of tests conducted per state is now published in our daily situation report
This is part of our committment to ensure transparent reporting of #COVID19 data in Nigeria
Read via:
https://t.co/Xo1WG4QDYT
#TakeResponsibility
https://twitter.com/NCDCgov/status/1262697053450309633?s=09
This is part of our committment to ensure transparent reporting of #COVID19 data in Nigeria
Read via:
https://t.co/Xo1WG4QDYT
#TakeResponsibility
https://twitter.com/NCDCgov/status/1262697053450309633?s=09
ncdc.gov.ng
Nigeria Centre for Disease Control