Individuals with symptoms suggestive of #diphtheria should report to a healthcare facility immediately for diagnosis and proper treatment.
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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
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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…
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.
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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
📢 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
🦠 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
🚨DIPHTHERIA SITUATION REPORT🚨
As of March 9, 2025 (Epi-Week 10):
📍 23 suspected cases reported in Lagos (20) and Katsina (3)
📍 0 confirmed cases this week
📍 42,642 suspected cases recorded since 2022 across 37 states
📍 25,812 confirmed cases & 1,319 deaths (CFR: 5.1%)
🔹 Most affected states: Kano, Yobe, Katsina, Bauchi, Borno
🔹 62.9% of cases are in children aged 1–14 years
🔹 Only 19.3% of confirmed cases were fully vaccinated
💉 Vaccination is key! Protect yourself and your loved ones.
📞 Report suspected cases via NCDC’s toll-free line: 6232
🔗 Read more: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/0a1f4b602a9f655c68b316934e533928.pdf
#Diphtheria #GetVaccinated #NCDCNigeria
As of March 9, 2025 (Epi-Week 10):
📍 23 suspected cases reported in Lagos (20) and Katsina (3)
📍 0 confirmed cases this week
📍 42,642 suspected cases recorded since 2022 across 37 states
📍 25,812 confirmed cases & 1,319 deaths (CFR: 5.1%)
🔹 Most affected states: Kano, Yobe, Katsina, Bauchi, Borno
🔹 62.9% of cases are in children aged 1–14 years
🔹 Only 19.3% of confirmed cases were fully vaccinated
💉 Vaccination is key! Protect yourself and your loved ones.
📞 Report suspected cases via NCDC’s toll-free line: 6232
🔗 Read more: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/0a1f4b602a9f655c68b316934e533928.pdf
#Diphtheria #GetVaccinated #NCDCNigeria
📢 Diphtheria Situation Report – Epi Week 11, 2025
🔹 New suspected cases: 16
🔹 Total suspected cases: 42,805
🔹 New confirmed cases: 3
🔹 Total confirmed cases: 25,977
🔹 New deaths: 1
🔹 Total deaths: 1,331
🔹 States affected: 36 + FCT
🔹 LGAs affected: 351
Diphtheria remains a public health concern. Ensure vaccination and early detection to prevent severe outcomes.
📄 Read the full report: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/e148fd703956128bdd24fac04807c2f7.pdf
#Diphtheria #StaySafe #VaccinationSavesLives #NCDCNigeria
🔹 New suspected cases: 16
🔹 Total suspected cases: 42,805
🔹 New confirmed cases: 3
🔹 Total confirmed cases: 25,977
🔹 New deaths: 1
🔹 Total deaths: 1,331
🔹 States affected: 36 + FCT
🔹 LGAs affected: 351
Diphtheria remains a public health concern. Ensure vaccination and early detection to prevent severe outcomes.
📄 Read the full report: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/e148fd703956128bdd24fac04807c2f7.pdf
#Diphtheria #StaySafe #VaccinationSavesLives #NCDCNigeria
Diphtheria is a vaccine preventable disease!💉
Children should receive 3 doses of the pentavalent vaccine at:
📅 6th week,
📅 10th week, and
📅 14th week of life
Vaccination protects your child and the community!
#Diphtheria #VaccinesWork #NCDCNigeria
Children should receive 3 doses of the pentavalent vaccine at:
📅 6th week,
📅 10th week, and
📅 14th week of life
Vaccination protects your child and the community!
#Diphtheria #VaccinesWork #NCDCNigeria
🦠 #Diphtheria is a Vaccine Preventable Disease
It spreads quickly through direct contact with infected people, droplets from coughing or sneezing, or by touching contaminated objects.
🩺 Protect yourself and your loved ones by:
✅ Keeping your vaccinations up to date
✅ Practicing proper hygiene and handwashing
✅ Avoiding close contact with anyone showing symptoms
✅ Visit the nearest health facility if you feel unwell.
🚑 Early detection, reporting, and treatment save lives!
#StopDiphtheria #HealthyLiving #NCDCNigeria
It spreads quickly through direct contact with infected people, droplets from coughing or sneezing, or by touching contaminated objects.
🩺 Protect yourself and your loved ones by:
✅ Keeping your vaccinations up to date
✅ Practicing proper hygiene and handwashing
✅ Avoiding close contact with anyone showing symptoms
✅ Visit the nearest health facility if you feel unwell.
🚑 Early detection, reporting, and treatment save lives!
#StopDiphtheria #HealthyLiving #NCDCNigeria
#Diphtheria is a serious bacterial infection, but it is vaccine preventable!
Those most at risk include:
🔹 Children and adults who have not received the diphtheria vaccine
🔹 People living in crowded or unsanitary conditions
🔹 Healthcare workers and anyone exposed to confirmed cases
📢 Protect yourself and your loved ones — ensure you’re fully vaccinated and practice good hygiene.
Early detection saves lives!
#Diphtheria #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria
Those most at risk include:
🔹 Children and adults who have not received the diphtheria vaccine
🔹 People living in crowded or unsanitary conditions
🔹 Healthcare workers and anyone exposed to confirmed cases
📢 Protect yourself and your loved ones — ensure you’re fully vaccinated and practice good hygiene.
Early detection saves lives!
#Diphtheria #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria
#Diphtheria is a serious, vaccine-preventable disease that spreads easily and can be life-threatening if not treated early. Protect yourself and children by taking preventive steps today. 💉
✅ Ensure your children are fully vaccinated against diphtheria
✅ Visit a nearby health centre immediately if you notice any symptoms
✅ Get your vaccine if you missed it as a child — it’s never too late
✅ Wash your hands frequently with soap and running water 💦
Early reporting and treatment saves lives. 🙌🏽
#StopDiphtheria #HealthyLiving #NCDCNigeria
✅ Ensure your children are fully vaccinated against diphtheria
✅ Visit a nearby health centre immediately if you notice any symptoms
✅ Get your vaccine if you missed it as a child — it’s never too late
✅ Wash your hands frequently with soap and running water 💦
Early reporting and treatment saves lives. 🙌🏽
#StopDiphtheria #HealthyLiving #NCDCNigeria
⚠️ #Diphtheria is preventable, yet remains dangerous.
It is a serious bacterial infection that spreads through close contact with infected persons, droplets released during coughing or sneezing, and contact with contaminated surfaces.
Protect yourself and your loved ones by:
✔️ Practicing good hygiene
✔️ Avoiding close contact with infected persons
✔️ Staying up to date with recommended vaccinations
Early detection save lives!
#DiphtheriaAwareness #PublicHealth #DiseasePrevention #NCDCNigeria
It is a serious bacterial infection that spreads through close contact with infected persons, droplets released during coughing or sneezing, and contact with contaminated surfaces.
Protect yourself and your loved ones by:
✔️ Practicing good hygiene
✔️ Avoiding close contact with infected persons
✔️ Staying up to date with recommended vaccinations
Early detection save lives!
#DiphtheriaAwareness #PublicHealth #DiseasePrevention #NCDCNigeria
#Diphtheria spreads easily between people
✅Individuals who have come in close contact with a confirmed case of #Diphtheria should report early to the nearest healthcare facility for prompt treatment.
Early reporting and treatment saves lives!
#DiphtheriaAwareness #NCDCNigeria
✅Individuals who have come in close contact with a confirmed case of #Diphtheria should report early to the nearest healthcare facility for prompt treatment.
Early reporting and treatment saves lives!
#DiphtheriaAwareness #NCDCNigeria
#WellnessWednesday: Simple Health and Safety Tips!
Practice these 8 simple #HealthandSafetyTips to promote your well-being and prevent getting infected with diseases
✅Wash hands frequently with soap under clean running water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitiser
✅Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water daily to keep your body energised and support your immune system.
✅Get vaccinated: Stay up-to-date on vaccines for diseases like #diphtheria, #Measles #cholera, and #yellowfever.
✅Practice food hygiene: Wash fruits and vegetables thoroughly before eating. Store and cook your food properly.
✅Practice personal hygiene: Cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing. Dispose of used tissues properly.
✅Clean and disinfect surfaces: Regularly sanitise high-touch areas like phones, doorknobs, and countertops.
✅Seek medical help early: Don’t ignore unusual symptoms- Visit a health facility immediately.
✅Stay informed: Follow @NCDCgov for information on health promotion and disease prevention.
Your health is your greatest asset.
#StaySafe #NCDCNigeria #publichealth
Practice these 8 simple #HealthandSafetyTips to promote your well-being and prevent getting infected with diseases
✅Wash hands frequently with soap under clean running water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitiser
✅Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water daily to keep your body energised and support your immune system.
✅Get vaccinated: Stay up-to-date on vaccines for diseases like #diphtheria, #Measles #cholera, and #yellowfever.
✅Practice food hygiene: Wash fruits and vegetables thoroughly before eating. Store and cook your food properly.
✅Practice personal hygiene: Cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing. Dispose of used tissues properly.
✅Clean and disinfect surfaces: Regularly sanitise high-touch areas like phones, doorknobs, and countertops.
✅Seek medical help early: Don’t ignore unusual symptoms- Visit a health facility immediately.
✅Stay informed: Follow @NCDCgov for information on health promotion and disease prevention.
Your health is your greatest asset.
#StaySafe #NCDCNigeria #publichealth