Q: How does #diphtheria spread?
A: #Diphtheria spreads easily through:
➡️Direct contact with infected people
➡️Droplets from an infected person while coughing or sneezing
➡️Contact with contaminated objects/clothing
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A: #Diphtheria spreads easily through:
➡️Direct contact with infected people
➡️Droplets from an infected person while coughing or sneezing
➡️Contact with contaminated objects/clothing
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FAQs on Diphtheria
What is Diphtheria?
Diphtheria is a serious bacterial infection caused by toxin-producing Corynebacterium diphtheriae that affects the nose, throat, and sometimes, skin of an individual.
Children and Adults who are partially or not vaccinated are at risk…
Diphtheria is a serious bacterial infection caused by toxin-producing Corynebacterium diphtheriae that affects the nose, throat, and sometimes, skin of an individual.
Children and Adults who are partially or not vaccinated are at risk…
Individuals with symptoms suggestive of #diphtheria should report to a healthcare facility immediately for diagnosis and proper treatment.
Ensure you take extra precautionary measures while visiting to prevent the risk of spread.
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Ensure you take extra precautionary measures while visiting to prevent the risk of spread.
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FAQs on Diphtheria
What is Diphtheria?
Diphtheria is a serious bacterial infection caused by toxin-producing Corynebacterium diphtheriae that affects the nose, throat, and sometimes, skin of an individual.
Children and Adults who are partially or not vaccinated are at risk…
Diphtheria is a serious bacterial infection caused by toxin-producing Corynebacterium diphtheriae that affects the nose, throat, and sometimes, skin of an individual.
Children and Adults who are partially or not vaccinated are at risk…
Individuals with symptoms suggestive of #diphtheria should report to a healthcare facility immediately for diagnosis and proper treatment.
Ensure you take extra precautionary measures while visiting to prevent the risk of spread.
Watch & share 👇🏼
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Ensure you take extra precautionary measures while visiting to prevent the risk of spread.
Watch & share 👇🏼
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FAQs on Diphtheria
What is Diphtheria?
Diphtheria is a serious bacterial infection caused by toxin-producing Corynebacterium diphtheriae that affects the nose, throat, and sometimes, skin of an individual.
Children and Adults who are partially or not vaccinated are at risk…
Diphtheria is a serious bacterial infection caused by toxin-producing Corynebacterium diphtheriae that affects the nose, throat, and sometimes, skin of an individual.
Children and Adults who are partially or not vaccinated are at risk…
The most effective protection against #diphtheria is vaccination with the pentavalent or TD vaccine.
Ensure you and your family members are fully vaccinated against #diphtheria.
#StaySafeStayHealthy
Ensure you and your family members are fully vaccinated against #diphtheria.
#StaySafeStayHealthy
Q: How does #diphtheria spread?
A: #Diphtheria spreads easily through:
➡️Direct contact with infected people
➡️Droplets from an infected person while coughing or sneezing
➡️Contact with contaminated objects/clothing
For more FAQs, watch 👇🏼 & share:
🔗
https://youtu.be/6ZAgfCBDh0c
A: #Diphtheria spreads easily through:
➡️Direct contact with infected people
➡️Droplets from an infected person while coughing or sneezing
➡️Contact with contaminated objects/clothing
For more FAQs, watch 👇🏼 & share:
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https://youtu.be/6ZAgfCBDh0c
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FAQs on Diphtheria
What is Diphtheria?
Diphtheria is a serious bacterial infection caused by toxin-producing Corynebacterium diphtheriae that affects the nose, throat, and sometimes, skin of an individual.
Children and Adults who are partially or not vaccinated are at risk…
Diphtheria is a serious bacterial infection caused by toxin-producing Corynebacterium diphtheriae that affects the nose, throat, and sometimes, skin of an individual.
Children and Adults who are partially or not vaccinated are at risk…
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🔗Visit our website for accurate information on #diphtheria and to stay informed!
➡️Factsheet: https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/info/D
➡️Public health advisory: https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/435/diphtheria-public-health-advisory-amidst-outbreak-in-nigeria
➡️Healthcare workers advisory: https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/436/diphtheria-health-advisory-for-health-care-workers-amidst-outbreak-in-nigeria
➡️Situation reports: https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=18&name=An%20Update%20of%20Diphtheria%20Outbreak%20in%20Nigeria
🔗Visit our website for accurate information on #diphtheria and to stay informed!
➡️Factsheet: https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/info/D
➡️Public health advisory: https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/435/diphtheria-public-health-advisory-amidst-outbreak-in-nigeria
➡️Healthcare workers advisory: https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/436/diphtheria-health-advisory-for-health-care-workers-amidst-outbreak-in-nigeria
➡️Situation reports: https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=18&name=An%20Update%20of%20Diphtheria%20Outbreak%20in%20Nigeria
Of the 3,036 confirmed cases of #diphtheria recorded so far in 2024, most of the cases occurred among children aged 1 - 14 years, with those aged 5-14 years bearing most of the brunt of the disease.
Parents and caregivers should ensure that their children/ward are fully vaccinated against #diphtheria.
#StaySafeStayHealthy
#VaccinesWork
#AfricanVaccination
#WorldImmunisationWeek
Parents and caregivers should ensure that their children/ward are fully vaccinated against #diphtheria.
#StaySafeStayHealthy
#VaccinesWork
#AfricanVaccination
#WorldImmunisationWeek
Individuals at higher risk of #diphtheria infection are strongly advised to get vaccinated against diphtheria.
Visit a primary health care centre close to you to get the anti-diphtheria vaccine.
#TakeResponsibility to stay safe and healthy.
Visit a primary health care centre close to you to get the anti-diphtheria vaccine.
#TakeResponsibility to stay safe and healthy.