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#TakeResponsibility to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
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Epidemiology is at the heart of disease prevention, detection & response to infectious disease outbreaks.

Tune in to Kapital FM Abuja as our epidemiologist, Dr Sandra Mba speaks on the importance of empowering #FieldEpidemiologists for stronger health systems.

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151 confirmed cases of #COVID19Nigeria;

FCT-45
Kano-45
Lagos-42
Delta-8
Kaduna-5
Rivers-4
Plateau-2

264,450 confirmed
257,670 discharged
3,154 deaths

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This report includes:

▪️Data for 8th - 9th September 2022
▪️2 states with zero cases: Sokoto & Taraba

For a breakdown of cases by state visit covid19.ncdc.gov.ng
This year, Nigeria has recorded 277 confirmed #Monkeypox cases across thirty (30) states.

Our situation report provides a summary of the current situation of #Monkeypox in Nigeria, and our preparedness and response activities.

Download via
https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=8&name=An%20Update%20of%20Monkeypox%20Outbreak%20in%20Nigeria
Avoid self-medication.

Visit a healthcare facility close to you for accurate diagnosis and proper treatment when you observe any symptoms associated with #monkeypox.

Public Health Advisory: https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/367/public-health-advisory-on-monkeypox

#TakeResponsibility
Visit a healthcare facility close to you when you observe symptoms associated with #Monkeypox for accurate diagnosis and proper treatment.

Early reporting saves lives!

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Healthcare workers are advised to always practice standard care precautions when caring for patients.

Maintain a high index of suspicion for #Monkeypox, especially for patients presenting with fever and vesicular/pustular rash.

Advisory: https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/367/public-health-advisory-on-monkeypox
167 new confirmed cases of #COVID19;

Edo-84
Lagos-55
Rivers-11
Kano-5
Cross River-4
Adamawa-3
Delta-2
Ekiti-1
FCT-1
Kaduna-1

264,617 confirmed
257,880 discharged
3,155 deaths

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This report includes:

◾️A backlog of 84 confirmed and 143 discharged cases reported for Edo state from 26th Jul. 2022-11th Sept 2022

◾️14 discharged cases reported for Abia state for 4th Sept. 2022

◾️1 death reported for Edo state for 7th Aug.2022

◾️5 States with zero cases reported: Ondo, Ogun, Osun, Oyo & Sokoto

For a breakdown of cases by state visit covid19.ncdc.gov.ng
As of 12th September, Nigeria has recorded 264,617 confirmed cases of #COVID19.

#TakeResponsibility to limit the spread, protect yourself & your loved ones:
💉Get vaccinated
😷Wear a face mask when in crowded places
🧼Wash your hands frequently
💪Cough or sneeze into your elbow
Healthcare workers are most at risk of person-to-person transmission of #LassaFever.

Always maintain a high index of suspicion for #LassaFever and practice standard precautions always while attending to patients.

Healthcare workers advisory:
https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/351/lassa-fever-healthcare-workers-advisory
127 new cases of #COVID19Nigeria;

Lagos-54
Rivers-48
FCT-9
Kano-6
Abia-3
Adamawa-3
Kaduna-2
Edo-1
Plateau-1

264,744 confirmed
257,909 discharged
3,155 deaths

#TakeResponsibility

This report includes:

◾️10 community discharges for FCT

◾️4 States with Zero Cases Reported: Bauchi, Delta, Sokoto & Taraba

For a breakdown of cases by state visit covid19.ncdc.gov.ng
Our #COVID19Nigeria situation report(Epi Week 33 & 34) has been published

The situation report provides a summary of the epidemiological situation, datasheet & response activities in Nigeria

This report is now published BI-WEEKLY

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https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=14&name=An%20update%20of%20COVID-19%20outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

#TakeResponsibility
Disinfect frequently touched surfaces regularly to prevent the spread of #COVID19 and other infectious diseases in your home, shops, offices and community.

#TakeResponsibility to protect yourself, loved ones, customers, employees and society at large.
189 new cases of #COVID19Nigeria;

Lagos-95
FCT-47
Rivers-33
Kano-7
Abia-3
Kaduna-2
Plateau-2

264,933 confirmed
257,954 discharged
3,155 deaths

#TakeResponsibility

This report includes:

▪️Data for 15th - 16th September 2022
▪️2 States with zero cases reported: Delta & Sokoto

For a breakdown of cases by state visit covid19.ncdc.gov.ng
Today is #WorldPatientSafetyDay.

Medications can save lives, however, they can harm when not taken properly.

Patients and caregivers must ensure drugs prescribed by health workers are used as recommended.

Avoid self-medication!

#TakeResponsibility
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Everyone has a part to play in preventing medication errors .💊 Patient safety is a health priority and no one should be harmed while seeking healthcare.

This Monday at 6 PM, we join DRASA - Dr. Ameyo Stella Adadevoh Health Trust to discuss medication safety.

Join us via https://bit.ly/LearnWithDRASA2