The overall goal of Infection Prevention & Control is to maintain an environment of care that minimises risks of infection for patients, staff & visitors.

These #IPC guidelines must be practised by all #HCWs in public and private primary, secondary & tertiary healthcare facilities.

Read more in the Nigerian Manual of Infection Prevention and Control:
https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/docs/protocols/296_1649340294.pdf

Visit a healthcare facility when experiencing symptoms associated with #Mpox for diagnosis and proper care.

Symptoms include:
➡️Sudden fever
➡️Headache
➡️Body pain and weakness
➡️Sore throat
➡️Enlargement of glands
➡️Rash on the face, palms, soles of the feet and genitals

Protecting our communities from hospital-acquired infections starts with strong Infection Prevention and Control #IPC programs in our health facilities.

We must invest more in these initiatives to safeguard public health and prevent the next epidemic.

#PreventionHAIs
#FundIPC
#TurnNigeriaOrange

We have published our latest #LassaFever epidemiology data.

Here you can find a summary of all the latest figures in our weekly infographic.🔽

The full report can be accessed via
🔗https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=5&name=An%20update%20of%20Lassa%20fever%20outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

Most #Mpox patients recover after receiving proper and expert care.

Visit a healthcare facility when experiencing symptoms associated with the illness.

Symptoms include:
➡️Sudden fever
➡️Headache
➡️Body pain and weakness
➡️Sore throat
➡️Enlargement of glands
➡️Rash on the face, palms, soles of the feet and genitals

A #OneHealth approach to disease prevention recognises that the health of people is closely connected to the health of animals and our shared environment.

By protecting one, we help protect all!

#OneHealthNigeria

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

Our latest #LassaFever situation report shows that 982 confirmed cases and 168 deaths have been recorded in 2024.

This loss of lives is not just a number but a significant loss of a family member, friend, colleague or a seasoned healthcare worker

CEPI vaccines writes on the critical need for a #LassaFever vaccine to control this disease.

🔗
https://cepi.net/lassa-vaccine-urgently-needed-save-thousands-lives

Situation report: https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=5&name=An%20update%20of%20Lassa%20fever%20outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

Our #Mpox situation report for week 35, 2024 has been published.

Our weekly situation reports provide an update on the current #mpox situation in Nigeria and national response activities.

🔗 Download the situation report via:
https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=8&name=An%20Update%20of%20Monkeypox%20Outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

Unsafe practices such as improper disposal of refuse and open defecation endanger the safety of water used for drinking and personal use.

This rainy season:
✅Only consume water from safe sources
✅Stop open defaecation
✅Dispose of trash properly
✅Ensure proper drainage of sewage

#STOPCholera

#Mpox prevention measures in less than 1 minute!

#TakeResponsibility to #StaySafe and #StayHealthy

#PreventMpox

Getting infected while providing care can be prevented.

#Healthcare workers are urged to always practice standard #infectionpreventionandcontrol measures when handling suspected or confirmed cases of #Mpox.

#PreventMpox

What is #diphtheria❓
Who is most at risk of getting infected❓
What are the signs and symptoms of #diphtheria infection❓

Watch & share 👇🏼
🔗https://youtu.be/6ZAgfCBDh0c?feature=shared

🌙 #EidElMaulud Mubarak Nigerians!

In the spirit of togetherness, let us continue to prioritise the health and well-being of our family, friends and communities.

May this season continue to bring peace, good health, and blessings to all.

#EidMubarak!

#Mpox spreads easily from one person to another through contact with:

➡️Respiratory fluids of an infected person
➡️Body fluids of an infected person
➡️contaminated materials of an infected person

If you or someone you know observes symptoms associated with #mpox, immediately visit a health facility for treatment.

Our #Mpox situation report for week 36, 2024 has been published.

Our weekly situation reports provide an update on the current #mpox situation in Nigeria and national response activities.

🔗 Download the situation report via:
https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=8&name=An%20Update%20of%20Monkeypox%20Outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

#Cholera is a waterborne disease, and the risk of transmission is higher when there is poor sanitation and disruption of clean water supply.

The long-term solution for #cholera control lies:
➡️Safe drinking water
➡️Proper environmental sanitation
➡️ Proper personal hygiene

#STOPcholera

People who consume potentially contaminated food or fruits without washing and cooking properly are at higher risk of #cholera infection.

✅Ensure that food is well cooked before consumption.

✅Only consume raw food such as fruits and vegetables, after washing thoroughly with safe water.

#STOPcholera

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

Our #Mpox situation report for week 37, 2024 has been published.

Our weekly situation reports provide an update on the current #mpox situation in Nigeria and national response activities.

🔗 Download the situation report via:
https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=8&name=An%20Update%20of%20Monkeypox%20Outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

The time between #cholera infection and the appearance of symptoms is 2 hours to 5 days

Please do not self-medicate.

Visit a healthcare facility immediately for proper diagnosis and treatment.

#STOPcholera