As with #cholera, cases of #yellowfever also increase during the rainy season.

Mosquito control helps reduce the risk of #Yellowfever infection.

Ensure you:
✅Get rid of stagnant water
✅Keep your environment clean
✅Keep your water containers covered properly
✅Wear protective clothing to prevent mosquito bites

#TakeResponsibility

#Meningitis is an inflammation of the membranes around the spinal cord & brain.

Seek medical attention when you experience signs & symptoms such as
✅Fever/severe headache
✅Vomiting
✅Drowsiness
✅Rash
✅Seizures
✅Muscle/joint pain
✅Stiff neck

#TakeResponsibility

#HandHygiene with soap under clean, running water is very vital to the prevention of #cholera.

Important #handwashing moments⬇️
✅While caring for the ill
✅After using the toilet
✅Before food preparation
✅Before and after eating
✅After touching high contact surfaces

#TakeResponsibility

Signs and symptoms of #cholera include profuse watery diarrhoea (rice water stools), nausea, vomiting, and weakness.

Do not self-medicate!

Visit a primary health care centre close to you for proper treatment.

#TakeResponsibility

#Mpox prevention measures in less than 1 minute!

#TakeResponsibility to #StaySafe and #StayHealthy

#PreventMpox

Blocked drainage systems could lead to contamination of safe water sources and increase the risk of #cholera infection.

Play your part to limit the risk:
❌Stop dumping refuse in drainages
✅Clear blocked drainages in and around your homes
✅Ensure proper clearing of sewage

#STOPcholera
#TakeResponsibility

#HandHygiene with clean, running water is very vital to the prevention of #cholera.

Important #handwashing moments⬇️

✅While caring for the ill
✅After using the toilet
✅Before food preparation
✅Before and after eating
✅After touching high contact surfaces

#TakeResponsibility

#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

#HealthTipMonday: Boost Your Immunity for Better Health! 🛡️

Your immune system is your body’s natural defense against infections. Here are simple tips to keep it strong:

1️⃣ Eat a balanced diet: Include fruits, vegetables, and foods rich in vitamins and minerals.

2️⃣ Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water to keep your body functioning well.

3️⃣ Get enough sleep: Aim for 7–8 hours of quality sleep each night.

4️⃣ Exercise regularly: Stay active to improve circulation and overall well-being.

5️⃣ Practice good hygiene: Wash your hands regularly and disinfect surfaces

6️⃣ Manage stress: Practice relaxation techniques like deep breathing or meditation.

A strong immune system is key to preventing diseases. Start your week with healthy habits!

#TakeResponsibility #StayHealthy

#WellnessWednesday: The Power of Good Hygiene 🧼✨

Did you know that simple hygiene habits can prevent the spread of diseases like Mpox, Lassa fever, cholera, and measles?

🛡️ Protect yourself & others with these easy steps:
✅ Wash your hands frequently with soap and water
✅ Keep your surroundings clean to prevent disease-causing germs
✅ Cover your mouth when coughing or sneezing
✅ Avoid sharing personal items like towels & utensils
✅ Practice proper food hygiene—wash fruits & cook food thoroughly

Good hygiene = Better health! Let’s #TakeResponsibility for a healthier tomorrow. 💚

#WellnessWednesday #StayHealthy #PublicHealthMatters

📢 DIPHTHERIA UPDATE | Epi-Week 06, 2025

🦠 New suspected cases: 35
🛑 New confirmed cases: 19
🙏 New deaths: 0

📍 Total cases so far:
⚠️ 41,978 suspected
✅ 25,298 confirmed
💔 1,279 deaths
📌 26 states & 184 LGAs affected

💡 What you should know:
Diphtheria is highly contagious but preventable with vaccination! 💉

✅ Get vaccinated
✅ Practice good hygiene
✅ Seek medical care early

📖 Full report here: 🔗 ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/943ca4ce8c5adaa7a1f04f467804c84a.pdf

#Diphtheria #PublicHealth #VaccinesWork #TakeResponsibility #NCDCUpdates

🚨 #WellnessWednesday: Protect Yourself from Lassa Fever! 🚨

Lassa fever is still a public health threat in Nigeria, with 413 confirmed cases and 80 deaths reported so far in 2025. 🦠

Here’s how you can reduce your risk and stay safe:

✅ Store food properly – Keep food and grains in sealed containers to prevent rat contamination.
✅ Keep your home clean – Eliminate rodent hiding places by keeping your environment tidy.
✅ Practice good hand hygiene – Wash your hands regularly with soap and running water.
✅ Avoid bush burning – It drives rats into homes, increasing the risk of infection.
✅ Seek medical help early – If you experience fever, weakness, or bleeding, visit a health facility immediately.

Lassa fever is preventable! Stay informed and take action to protect yourself and your loved ones.

📖 Read the full situation report here: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/d84698b45d03dafb399e97fa8379c4d5.pdf

#StaySafe #LassaFever #TakeResponsibility #NCDCUpdates

🚨 Meningitis is a life-threatening infection! 🚨

Early detection can save lives. Seek medical help immediately if you or a loved one experience:

⚠️ Neck pain & stiffness
⚠️ Sensitivity to bright lights
⚠️ Vomiting & nausea
⚠️ Muscle, joint, or limb pain
⚠️ Skin rash
⚠️ Seizures
⚠️ Cold hands & feet

Don’t wait! Report to a healthcare facility immediately!

#MeningitisAwareness #TakeResponsibility #StaySafe #NCDCUpdates

#Measles infection can lead to complications, especially in young children & those with weakened immune systems.

Ensure the completion of routine immunisation for your children or wards to keep them safe and #healthy.

#TakeResponsibility