#COVID19 is primarily spread through droplets generated when an infected person coughs, sneezes or speaks .

It is important to keep a distance of 2 metres (5 feet) away from people because you can't identify who has the virus

#TakeResponsibility to stay safe.

Watch how #COVID19 samples are processed at NCDC National Reference Laboratory in Abuja.

Meet young Nigerian laboratory professionals working round the clock to support Nigeria's #COVID19 response.

https://youtu.be/3E2rvMYG3Pk

Video credit: Nigeria Health Watch.

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📢#COVID19Nigeria UPDATE

Our latest self-isolation and quarantine guide has been uploaded on our microsite.

Those who have been in contact with a confirmed case of #COVID19 are strongly advised to #TakeResponsibility and self-isolate for 14 days, avoiding contact with others.

Read the guide via:
https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/resource/guideline/SelfIsolation_QuarantineGuide.pdf

"Kasancewa ta a gida shi zai zama kariya a gare ni da kuma al'umma baki daya."

Kannywood star Ali Nuhu shares an important message in Hausa language calling on Nigerians to #StayAtHome to stay safe from #COVID19.

We are grateful to UNDP for supporting this video.

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EIGHTY-SIX new cases of #COVID19 have been reported:

70 in Lagos
7 in FCT
3 in Katsina
3 in Akwa Ibom
1 in Jigawa
1 in Bauchi
1 in Borno

As at 11:50 pm 19th April there are 627 confirmed cases of #COVID19 reported in Nigeria, 170 discharged and 21 dead.

Visit covid19.ncdc.gov.ng for more.

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#StayAtHome
#FlattenTheCurve

#LassaFeverInfo

Despite a decline in #Lassafever cases, we must remember that the disease is highly infectious & can still be contracted through contact with rats.

Our #Lassafever Incident Manager, Chioma DanNwafor, explains what you need to know and how to stay protected.

Today and always, we are grateful to health workers working very hard across the country, at this difficult time.

We also remember our colleagues who have died in the line of duty.

#TakeResponsibility by sharing all details of your symptoms & travel history with health workers.

"E nwere ozi eweputara otu anyi ye si ne chedo onwe anyi maka oria coronavirus."

Nollywood star Chioma Kpotha shares an important message on preventing #COVID19.

Watch, download and share with loved ones.

Grateful to the Country office of the UNDP for their support.

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#StayAtHome
#FlattenTheCurve

THIRTY-EIGHT new cases of #COVID19 have been reported:

23 in Kano
5 in Gombe
3 in Kaduna
2 in Borno
2 in Abia
1 in FCT
1 in Sokoto
1 in Ekiti

As at 11:10 pm 20th April there are 665 confirmed cases of #COVID19 reported in Nigeria, 188 discharged and 22 dead.

Visit covid19.ncdc.gov.ng for a more detailed report.

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#StayAtHome
#FlattenTheCurve

HOW DOES #COVID19 SPREAD?

#COVID19 is spread through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs, sneezes or speaks.

It is critical to #StayAtHome and avoid large gatherings.

If you must leave home, please #PreventCOVID19Spread by practicing physical distancing and wearing a face mask.

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NA YOUR HAND E DEY
to #PreventCOVID19Spread.

Remember to cough or sneeze into a tissue and dispose in a covered waste bin.

If a tissue is not available, please cough or sneeze into your bent elbow

#TakeResponsibility
#StayAtHome
#FlattenTheCurve

117 new cases of #COVID19 have been reported:

59 in Lagos
29 in FCT
14 in Kano
6 in Borno
4 in Katsina
3 in Ogun
1 in Rivers
1 in Bauchi

As at 11:25 pm 21st April there are 782 confirmed cases of #COVID19 reported in Nigeria, 1987 discharged and 25 dead.

Visit covid19.ncdc.gov.ng for a more detailed report.

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#StayAtHome
#FlattenTheCurve

#COVID19Nigeria
KNOW THE FACTS

Q: Is there a cure for COVID-19?

A: There is no cure yet for #COVID19, however many of the symptoms can be treated. Supportive care for infected persons can be highly effective

For more facts, vist:
https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/faq.php
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Every week, the NCDC publishes a Weekly Epidemiological Report #NCDCWER on her website.

This week's editorial focuses on the importance of the lockdown strategy in Nigeria's #COVID19 response.

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Read here:
https://ncdc.gov.ng/reports/254/2020-april-week-14

SAFE USE OF FACE MASKS

✅ Wash hands before touching your face mask.

✅ Ensure the mask covers your nose and mouth completely.

✅ Avoid touching the mask while you have it on.

✅ Replace once it becomes damp. Do do not reuse.

✅ To remove the mask, do not grab in front and take off; remove the mask from behind and discard in a closed bin; wash your hands afterwards.

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#StayAtHome
#FlattenTheCurve

91 new cases of #COVID19 have been reported:

74 in Lagos
5 in Katsina
4 in Ogun
2 in Delta
2 in Edo
1 in Kwara
1 in Oyo
1 in FCT
1 in Adamawa

As at 11:25pm 22nd April, there are 873 confirmed cases of #COVID19 reported in Nigeria, 197 discharged and 28 dead.

Visit www.covid19.ncdc.gov.ng for more.

After recovering from #COVID19 , Oluwaseun Ayodeji Osowobi, wants people to know that the disease is NOT a death sentence.

She shares the importance of lending a hand of support to those who have been infected with #COVID19

Watch, share & spread the word!

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#StayAtHome
#FlattenTheCurve

108 new cases of #COVID19 have been reported:

78 in Lagos
14 in FCT
5 in Ogun
4 in Gombe
3 Borno
2 in Akwa Ibom
1 in Kwara
1 in Plateau

As at 11:30 pm 23rd April there are 981 confirmed cases of #COVID19 reported in Nigeria, 197 discharged and 31 dead.

Visit covid19.ncdc.gov.ng for a detailed report.

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