🦠 Lassa Fever Situation Report — Week 30, 2025
▪️ 3 new confirmed cases in Edo & Ondo States (down from 11 last week)
▪️ 825 confirmed cases & 155 deaths reported in 21 states & 105 LGAs so far in 2025
▪️ CFR at 18.8% (higher than last year’s 17.2%)
▪️ 15 symptomatic contacts identified this week; no new HCW infections
📍 Ondo, Bauchi, Edo, Taraba & Ebonyi account for 89% of cases
👤 Most affected: ages 21–30 years (median 30)
Read full report here: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/3560e6789d452acc5b8ecc6fb772829e.pdf
▪️ 3 new confirmed cases in Edo & Ondo States (down from 11 last week)
▪️ 825 confirmed cases & 155 deaths reported in 21 states & 105 LGAs so far in 2025
▪️ CFR at 18.8% (higher than last year’s 17.2%)
▪️ 15 symptomatic contacts identified this week; no new HCW infections
📍 Ondo, Bauchi, Edo, Taraba & Ebonyi account for 89% of cases
👤 Most affected: ages 21–30 years (median 30)
Read full report here: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/3560e6789d452acc5b8ecc6fb772829e.pdf
💉 #Measles is a vaccine preventable disease
👶🏾 Ensure your child gets vaccinated at the right age to stay safe from measles and its complications. Every child deserves a healthy start.
Don’t wait — vaccinate!
#MeaslesPrevention #NCDCNigeria
👶🏾 Ensure your child gets vaccinated at the right age to stay safe from measles and its complications. Every child deserves a healthy start.
Don’t wait — vaccinate!
#MeaslesPrevention #NCDCNigeria
Last Friday, the National One Health Technical Committee (NOHTC) brought together key stakeholders across human, animal, and environmental health to:
✅ Review progress on previous action points
✅ Share updates on ongoing programmes and current outbreaks
✅ Align strategies to strengthen Nigeria’s health security through coordinated, multisectoral action
Together, we’re advancing a resilient, data-driven OneHealth system for prevention, preparedness, and response.
#HealthSecurity #NCDCNigeria #PublicHealth #OneHealth
✅ Review progress on previous action points
✅ Share updates on ongoing programmes and current outbreaks
✅ Align strategies to strengthen Nigeria’s health security through coordinated, multisectoral action
Together, we’re advancing a resilient, data-driven OneHealth system for prevention, preparedness, and response.
#HealthSecurity #NCDCNigeria #PublicHealth #OneHealth
Lassa Fever Update – Week 31 2025
🗓 28thJuly- 3rdAugust
📍9 new confirmed cases in Ondo, Taraba & Edo
📊 Cumulative 2025:
✅ 836 confirmed cases
✅ 156 deaths
✅ CFR: 18.7% (↑ vs 17.3% in 2024)
🔹 90% of cases from Ondo, Bauchi, Edo, Taraba & Ebonyi
📄 https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/2315e23e53aee258f9e0bea4c071bf14.pdf
#LassaFever #NCDCNigeria #StaySafe
🗓 28thJuly- 3rdAugust
📍9 new confirmed cases in Ondo, Taraba & Edo
📊 Cumulative 2025:
✅ 836 confirmed cases
✅ 156 deaths
✅ CFR: 18.7% (↑ vs 17.3% in 2024)
🔹 90% of cases from Ondo, Bauchi, Edo, Taraba & Ebonyi
📄 https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/2315e23e53aee258f9e0bea4c071bf14.pdf
#LassaFever #NCDCNigeria #StaySafe
#WellnessWednesday: Simple Stress management Tips
Small daily habits can make a big difference for your health! 🌿
✅ Eat a balanced diet rich in fruits & vegetables
💧 Stay hydrated
✍️ Work smarter not harder
🏃♀️ Move your body daily, even with light exercise
😴 Prioritize 7–9 hours of quality sleep
🧠 Take time to relax, rest your mind and manage stress
Your health is an investment — care for it today for a stronger tomorrow. 💪
#WellnessWednesday #HealthyLiving #NCDCNigeria
Small daily habits can make a big difference for your health! 🌿
✅ Eat a balanced diet rich in fruits & vegetables
💧 Stay hydrated
✍️ Work smarter not harder
🏃♀️ Move your body daily, even with light exercise
😴 Prioritize 7–9 hours of quality sleep
🧠 Take time to relax, rest your mind and manage stress
Your health is an investment — care for it today for a stronger tomorrow. 💪
#WellnessWednesday #HealthyLiving #NCDCNigeria
🚨 Know the Signs/symptoms of Diphtheria!
➡️Fever
➡️Sore throat
➡️Red eyes
➡️Runny nose
➡️Cough and neck swelling could be warning signs.
❗️In severe cases, symptoms like thick grey or white patches in the throat causing breathing difficulty may occur.
🛡️ Early detection saves lives — seek medical help immediately!
#StaySafe #NCDCNigeria #PublicHealth
➡️Fever
➡️Sore throat
➡️Red eyes
➡️Runny nose
➡️Cough and neck swelling could be warning signs.
❗️In severe cases, symptoms like thick grey or white patches in the throat causing breathing difficulty may occur.
🛡️ Early detection saves lives — seek medical help immediately!
#StaySafe #NCDCNigeria #PublicHealth
💊 Misuse of Antibiotics makes them dangerous.
💯Protect your health and help fight Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) by avoiding self-diagnosis. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional and get a prescription before taking antibiotics✅️
Together we can Fight Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)and protect the effectiveness of antibiotics for ourselves and future generations.💪
Use antibiotics responsibly, save lives!!
#StopAMR #GlobalHealth #NCDCNigeria
💯Protect your health and help fight Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) by avoiding self-diagnosis. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional and get a prescription before taking antibiotics✅️
Together we can Fight Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)and protect the effectiveness of antibiotics for ourselves and future generations.💪
Use antibiotics responsibly, save lives!!
#StopAMR #GlobalHealth #NCDCNigeria
#FactFriday
Every year, mosquitoes are responsible for over 700,000 deaths by spreading diseases like malaria, dengue, and yellow fever.
💡 Protect yourself:
✅ Sleep under insecticide-treated nets
✅ Eliminate stagnant water around your home
✅ Use mosquito repellents
Small insect, Big threat.
Take action today!📌
#FactFriday #MosquitoFacts #NCDCNigeria
Every year, mosquitoes are responsible for over 700,000 deaths by spreading diseases like malaria, dengue, and yellow fever.
💡 Protect yourself:
✅ Sleep under insecticide-treated nets
✅ Eliminate stagnant water around your home
✅ Use mosquito repellents
Small insect, Big threat.
Take action today!📌
#FactFriday #MosquitoFacts #NCDCNigeria
🦟 Yellow Fever is a serious disease but it can be prevented ✅
Be alert to warning signs such as:
➡️Yellowness of the eyes
➡️Dark urine
➡️Sudden fever
➡️Body pains
➡️Headache
➡️ Bleeding from the nose, ear, or mouth.
🚫This disease is transmitted to humans by infected mosquitoes and can be life-threatening if not treated early.
Stay informed, stay healthy!
#StaySafe #DiseasePrevention #NCDCNigeria
Be alert to warning signs such as:
➡️Yellowness of the eyes
➡️Dark urine
➡️Sudden fever
➡️Body pains
➡️Headache
➡️ Bleeding from the nose, ear, or mouth.
🚫This disease is transmitted to humans by infected mosquitoes and can be life-threatening if not treated early.
Stay informed, stay healthy!
#StaySafe #DiseasePrevention #NCDCNigeria
#HealthTipMonday: Sleep isn’t a luxury, it’s your body’s power source! 💤
Getting 7–9 hours of quality rest boosts your immune system, sharpens your memory, improves mood, and fuels you with the energy to conquer the day.
🚫 Skipping sleep- Expect tiredness, low productivity, and higher risk of illness.
✅ Prioritizing sleep- Enjoy stronger health, better focus, and a happier YOU!
✨ Remember: Good sleep = Stronger you!
#HealthTipMonday #HealthyLiving #NCDCNigeria
Getting 7–9 hours of quality rest boosts your immune system, sharpens your memory, improves mood, and fuels you with the energy to conquer the day.
🚫 Skipping sleep- Expect tiredness, low productivity, and higher risk of illness.
✅ Prioritizing sleep- Enjoy stronger health, better focus, and a happier YOU!
✨ Remember: Good sleep = Stronger you!
#HealthTipMonday #HealthyLiving #NCDCNigeria
🚨 Protect yourself and your family from Cholera!
Practicing safe food preparation can help prevent Cholera and other foodborne illnesses. 🌿
✅ Wash fruits & vegetables with clean water
✅ Peel fruits before eating
✅ Cook food thoroughly & keep it covered
Let’s keep our meals safe, healthy, and germ-free! 💧✨
#StopCholera #FoodSafety #NCDCNigeria
Practicing safe food preparation can help prevent Cholera and other foodborne illnesses. 🌿
✅ Wash fruits & vegetables with clean water
✅ Peel fruits before eating
✅ Cook food thoroughly & keep it covered
Let’s keep our meals safe, healthy, and germ-free! 💧✨
#StopCholera #FoodSafety #NCDCNigeria
🐒Mpox is a self-limiting disease; which means with proper care, most patients recover fully. 🙌
Early detection, proper treatment, and preventive measures are key to protecting yourself and your loved ones.
📌Let’s stay informed, avoid panic and work together to stop the spread and protect our communities ✅️
Stay informed, stay safe!
#MPox #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria
Early detection, proper treatment, and preventive measures are key to protecting yourself and your loved ones.
📌Let’s stay informed, avoid panic and work together to stop the spread and protect our communities ✅️
Stay informed, stay safe!
#MPox #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria
#WellnessWednesday: Eat better, Live better!
👉 Eating healthy isn’t about restriction, it’s about making smarter choices every day- choosing the right foods that helps fuel your body and mind✔️
Here are some tips on how to eat healthy👇🏿
➡️Eat the rainbow: Fill your plate with colorful fruits and veggies. Each color brings unique nutrients.
➡️Go whole, not processed: 🌾 Whole grains, beans, nuts, and fresh produce keep your energy steady.
➡️Healthy fats matter : Avocados, olive oil, and fish support your heart and brain.
➡️Stay hydrated: Water helps your body absorb all the goodness from food.
➡️Mindful eating: Slow down, chew well, and enjoy every bite.
✨ Eat smart, Stay strong, Live well!
#WellnessWednesday #HealthyLiving #NCDCNigeria
👉 Eating healthy isn’t about restriction, it’s about making smarter choices every day- choosing the right foods that helps fuel your body and mind✔️
Here are some tips on how to eat healthy👇🏿
➡️Eat the rainbow: Fill your plate with colorful fruits and veggies. Each color brings unique nutrients.
➡️Go whole, not processed: 🌾 Whole grains, beans, nuts, and fresh produce keep your energy steady.
➡️Healthy fats matter : Avocados, olive oil, and fish support your heart and brain.
➡️Stay hydrated: Water helps your body absorb all the goodness from food.
➡️Mindful eating: Slow down, chew well, and enjoy every bite.
✨ Eat smart, Stay strong, Live well!
#WellnessWednesday #HealthyLiving #NCDCNigeria
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📌Meningitis is a vaccine-preventable disease but can progress rapidly and become life-threatening if not vaccinated early.
The best way to protect yourself and your loved ones is:
✅Early vaccination
✅Recognizing the signs early
✅Seek immediate medical care
✅Follow prevention measures.
Together, we can defeat meningitis💪
#DefeatMeningitis #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria
The best way to protect yourself and your loved ones is:
✅Early vaccination
✅Recognizing the signs early
✅Seek immediate medical care
✅Follow prevention measures.
Together, we can defeat meningitis💪
#DefeatMeningitis #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria
#LassaFever
🧹Keeping your surroundings clean is one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect yourself and your loved ones from Lassa fever disease.
Other ways includes:
➡️Dispose of waste properly
➡️Store food in rodent-proof containers
➡️Maintain good hygiene at all times.
Protect yourself, Protect others!✔️
Together, we can create healthier communities. 💪
#LassaFever #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria
🧹Keeping your surroundings clean is one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect yourself and your loved ones from Lassa fever disease.
Other ways includes:
➡️Dispose of waste properly
➡️Store food in rodent-proof containers
➡️Maintain good hygiene at all times.
Protect yourself, Protect others!✔️
Together, we can create healthier communities. 💪
#LassaFever #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria
#FactFriday
Drinking enough water daily helps you stay active, refreshed, and ready to take on the day. 💧
Small habits make a big difference! 💪
#FactFriday #HealthyLiving #NCDCNigeria
Drinking enough water daily helps you stay active, refreshed, and ready to take on the day. 💧
Small habits make a big difference! 💪
#FactFriday #HealthyLiving #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