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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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.
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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:
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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…
Share Facts NOT Fear❗
🔗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.
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Three (3) doses of the pentavalent vaccine are recommended for children in the 6th-, 10th- and 14th- week of life according to the #Nigeria childhood immunisation schedule.
Parents and caregivers should ensure that their children are fully vaccinated against #diphtheria.
#VaccinesWork.
Parents and caregivers should ensure that their children are fully vaccinated against #diphtheria.
#VaccinesWork.
What is #diphtheria❓
Who is most at risk of getting infected❓
What are the signs and symptoms of #diphtheria infection❓
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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…
#Diphtheria can be prevented by ensuring widespread immunity through vaccination, which is the most effective form of protection.
💉 Who needs the vaccine?
✅ Everyone, especially children, should stay up-to-date on their routine diphtheria vaccines.
✅Healthcare workers exposed to diphtheria patients are strongly encouraged to get vaccinated to reduce their risk of infection and protect those around them.
Prevention starts with YOU. Let’s ensure our families, colleagues, and communities stay protected.
#TakeResponsibility and remember, #VaccinesWork
💉 Who needs the vaccine?
✅ Everyone, especially children, should stay up-to-date on their routine diphtheria vaccines.
✅Healthcare workers exposed to diphtheria patients are strongly encouraged to get vaccinated to reduce their risk of infection and protect those around them.
Prevention starts with YOU. Let’s ensure our families, colleagues, and communities stay protected.
#TakeResponsibility and remember, #VaccinesWork
📣 Diphtheria Guidelines Now Available on the NCDC Website!
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has published the National Diphtheria Surveillance and Outbreak Response Guideline to support preparedness, detection, and response to diphtheria outbreaks in Nigeria.
This guideline provides critical information on case identification, laboratory diagnosis, infection prevention and control (IPC), case management, risk communication, and vaccination strategies. It is designed to assist public health officials, healthcare workers, and stakeholders in strengthening response coordination at national and sub-national levels.
Access the full guideline here: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/docs/protocols/358_1738765953.pdf
#Diphtheria #PublicHealth #NCDCGuidelines
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has published the National Diphtheria Surveillance and Outbreak Response Guideline to support preparedness, detection, and response to diphtheria outbreaks in Nigeria.
This guideline provides critical information on case identification, laboratory diagnosis, infection prevention and control (IPC), case management, risk communication, and vaccination strategies. It is designed to assist public health officials, healthcare workers, and stakeholders in strengthening response coordination at national and sub-national levels.
Access the full guideline here: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/docs/protocols/358_1738765953.pdf
#Diphtheria #PublicHealth #NCDCGuidelines