#COVID19Nigeria update for Monday 25th May, 2020.
229 new cases of #COVID19:
Lagos-90
Katsina-27
Imo-26
Kano-23
FCT-14
Plateau-12
Ogun-9
Delta-7
Borno-5
Rivers-5
Oyo-4
Gombe-3
Osun-2
Anambra-1
Bayelsa-1
As at 25th of May 2020, there are 8068 cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 2311 discharged and 233 dead.
A breakdown of cases by State can be found via: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng.
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229 new cases of #COVID19:
Lagos-90
Katsina-27
Imo-26
Kano-23
FCT-14
Plateau-12
Ogun-9
Delta-7
Borno-5
Rivers-5
Oyo-4
Gombe-3
Osun-2
Anambra-1
Bayelsa-1
As at 25th of May 2020, there are 8068 cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 2311 discharged and 233 dead.
A breakdown of cases by State can be found via: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng.
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Older people and those with pre-existing medical conditions such as diabetes & cancer, are at a higher risk of complications from #COVID19.
Let's #TakeResponsibility by ensuring proper hand hygiene, physical distancing and wearing a mask especially around vulnerable groups.
Let's #TakeResponsibility by ensuring proper hand hygiene, physical distancing and wearing a mask especially around vulnerable groups.
“I was scared. I trembled. I felt like I was staring at #COVID19 right in the face. It was at that point that I wanted to quit and go back to my normal life...”
~ Okoro Godwin Omeri, COVID19 Sample Collector, FCT
#COVID19 continues to affect each one of us in different ways. Follow #MyCOVID19NaijaStory on Twitter for insight into the experiences of people across the country uniquely impacted by the pandemic.
Follow the hashtag via:
https://twitter.com/hashtag/MyCOVID19NaijaStory?src=hashtag_click.
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~ Okoro Godwin Omeri, COVID19 Sample Collector, FCT
#COVID19 continues to affect each one of us in different ways. Follow #MyCOVID19NaijaStory on Twitter for insight into the experiences of people across the country uniquely impacted by the pandemic.
Follow the hashtag via:
https://twitter.com/hashtag/MyCOVID19NaijaStory?src=hashtag_click.
#TakeResponsibility
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DID YOU KNOW?
When someone wearing a mask coughs or sneezes, droplets of saliva and mucus are trapped in the mask.
These droplets could be carrying infectious agents like the one that causes #COVID19.
Please DO NOT SHARE or reuse a mask worn by someone else
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When someone wearing a mask coughs or sneezes, droplets of saliva and mucus are trapped in the mask.
These droplets could be carrying infectious agents like the one that causes #COVID19.
Please DO NOT SHARE or reuse a mask worn by someone else
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Last week, the #NCDCTeam trained military personnel including medical, lab, engineering and kitchen staff from 7 states: Osun, Ogun, Ekiti, Ondo, Kwara, Edo and Oyo.
The exercise focused on demystifying #COVID19 and strengthening surveillance, case reporting, IPC and case management
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The exercise focused on demystifying #COVID19 and strengthening surveillance, case reporting, IPC and case management
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The #COVID19Nigeria situation report for 25th 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
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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
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Our Weekly Epidemiological Report #NCDCWER provides updates on epidemic-prone diseases in Nigeria.
This week's editorial focuses on the mandatory institutional quarantine for returnees to Nigeria to control the risk of #COVID19 spread.
Read via: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/docs/wers/259_1590493860.pdf
This week's editorial focuses on the mandatory institutional quarantine for returnees to Nigeria to control the risk of #COVID19 spread.
Read via: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/docs/wers/259_1590493860.pdf
#COVID19Nigeria update for Tuesday 26th May, 2020.
276 new cases of #COVID19:
Lagos-161
Rivers-36
Edo-27
Kaduna-19
Nasarawa-10
Oyo-6
Kano-4
Delta-3
Ebonyi-3
Gombe-2
Ogun-1
Ondo-1
Borno-1
Abia-1
Bauchi-1
As at 26th of May 2020, there are 8344 cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 2385 discharged and 249 dead.
A breakdown of cases by State can be found via: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng.
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276 new cases of #COVID19:
Lagos-161
Rivers-36
Edo-27
Kaduna-19
Nasarawa-10
Oyo-6
Kano-4
Delta-3
Ebonyi-3
Gombe-2
Ogun-1
Ondo-1
Borno-1
Abia-1
Bauchi-1
As at 26th of May 2020, there are 8344 cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 2385 discharged and 249 dead.
A breakdown of cases by State can be found via: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng.
#TakeResponsibility
Face masks are to be used as an ADDITIONAL layer of physical distancing while out for essential services.
Please remember to avoid mass gatherings including religious services, sporting events & ceremonies.
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Please remember to avoid mass gatherings including religious services, sporting events & ceremonies.
#TakeResponsibility
On our WhatsApp service you can:
📱Get info on #COVID19Nigeria
📱Text the word "Update" for the latest case figures
📱Connect with an agent to report a suspected case
To access, add the number: +2347087110839; or click: https://api.whatsapp.com/send?phone=2347087110839&text=Hi&source=&data=
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📱Get info on #COVID19Nigeria
📱Text the word "Update" for the latest case figures
📱Connect with an agent to report a suspected case
To access, add the number: +2347087110839; or click: https://api.whatsapp.com/send?phone=2347087110839&text=Hi&source=&data=
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Today we recognise the impact that the #COVID19 pandemic may have on children & the importance of keeping them safe, informed & mentally healthy.
Happy #ChildrensDay2020.
We are proud of the ways you #TakeResponsibility!
Happy #ChildrensDay2020.
We are proud of the ways you #TakeResponsibility!
Pic: LUTH delivers fourth (4th) expectant mother (22 year-old) diagnosed with Covid-19 of twins.
NCDC is working very hard to support states in setting up treatment centres & training health workers to manage #COVID19 patients to recovery.
We commend colleagues making tremendous sacrifices & working around the clock to save lives & control the pandemic.
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NCDC is working very hard to support states in setting up treatment centres & training health workers to manage #COVID19 patients to recovery.
We commend colleagues making tremendous sacrifices & working around the clock to save lives & control the pandemic.
#TakeResponsibility
FAQs ON #COVID19 TESTING
How does testing detect #COVID19?
Molecular (PCR) tests detect the virus in samples taken from individuals. This method can only diagnose someone with #COVID19 if they are actively infected even if they are not showing symptoms
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How does testing detect #COVID19?
Molecular (PCR) tests detect the virus in samples taken from individuals. This method can only diagnose someone with #COVID19 if they are actively infected even if they are not showing symptoms
#TakeResponsibility
The #COVID19Nigeria situation report for 26th 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
#COVID19Nigeria update for Wednesday 27th May, 2020.
389 new cases of #COVID19:
Lagos-256
Katsina-23
Edo-22
Rivers-14
Kano-13
Adamawa-11
Akwa Ibom-11
Kaduna-7
Kwara-6
Nasarawa-6
Gombe-2
Plateau-2
Abia-2
Delta-2
Benue-2
Niger-2
Kogi-2
Oyo-2
Imo-1
Borno-1
Ogun-1
Anambra-1
As at 27th of May 2020, there are 8733 cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 2501 discharged and 254 dead.
A breakdown of cases by State can be found via: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng.
#TakeResponsibility
389 new cases of #COVID19:
Lagos-256
Katsina-23
Edo-22
Rivers-14
Kano-13
Adamawa-11
Akwa Ibom-11
Kaduna-7
Kwara-6
Nasarawa-6
Gombe-2
Plateau-2
Abia-2
Delta-2
Benue-2
Niger-2
Kogi-2
Oyo-2
Imo-1
Borno-1
Ogun-1
Anambra-1
As at 27th of May 2020, there are 8733 cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 2501 discharged and 254 dead.
A breakdown of cases by State can be found via: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng.
#TakeResponsibility
FAQs ON #COVID19 TESTING
What happens after a #COVID19 sample is collected?
After collection, samples are placed in a transport tube, carefully packaged and transported to the nearest lab within the NCDC laboratory network for testing
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What happens after a #COVID19 sample is collected?
After collection, samples are placed in a transport tube, carefully packaged and transported to the nearest lab within the NCDC laboratory network for testing
#TakeResponsibility
Our hands are one of the primary ways by which infectious diseases like #COVID19 spread.
#TakeResponsibility by washing your hands frequently with soap under running water for 20 seconds.
Remember to teach your loved ones and those around you the importance of hand hygiene.
#TakeResponsibility by washing your hands frequently with soap under running water for 20 seconds.
Remember to teach your loved ones and those around you the importance of hand hygiene.