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#*HealthTipMonday : A Healthy mind, A healthier You*!

Your mental health matters just as much as your physical health. Here are simple daily habits to help you stay grounded and emotionally balanced:

💧 Stay hydrated
🌿 Practice mindfulness
🏃‍♀️ Move your body
🍎 Nourish your mind with healthy meals
🙏 Reflect with gratitude
📵 Unplug before bedtime

Take a moment today to care for your mind!.


#HealthTipMonday #NCDCNigeria #SelfCare
Clean hands save lives.
Wash your hands regularly with soap under clean running water to protect yourself and others from infections. 🧼👐

#LassaFever #NCDCNigeria #HandHygiene #StaySafe
In November 2025, 29 suspected cases of dengue fever were recorded, with 6 confirmed and 1 death reported.

Between January and November 2025, a total of 735 suspected cases were reported across the country among both adults and children.

These figures highlight the importance of continued vigilance and preventive action.

Protect Yourself. Avoid mosquito bites by:
Keeping your surroundings clean and free of stagnant water
Supporting community clean-up efforts to reduce mosquito breeding sites
Visit the nearest health facility early if you feel unwell


Full Sitrep: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/903d9215ad81cbdee39f6b098f3eea97.pdf


#DengueFever #StaySafe # NCDCNigeria
#WellnessWednesday

Your wellness is your greatest achievement
Eat well, Move often, Get enough rest and Protect your Peace !

Consistency builds a healthier you!!!

#WellnessWednesday #HealthyLiving #NCDCNigeria
In the first three weeks of 2026, Nigeria recorded a rise in #Lassafever activity.

In Week 1, there were 104 suspected cases and 21 confirmed cases, with 9 deaths reported.

In Week 2, confirmed cases increased to 33, while the number of suspected cases for the week increased to 144.

In Week 3, 157 new suspected cases were reported, along with 39 new confirmed cases and 6 new deaths.

This figures highlights the importance of continued vigilance and preventive actions .

🔗 Read the full sitrep:

Week 1: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/09e281a5e335ce56f3efe782318ca0ea.pdf

Week 2: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/08187c401459ff0ca43206cda1c28004.pdf

Week 3: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/6a2487657377bd1d55e70377a214c725.pdf

Protect Yourself and prevent Lassa fever by:
Keeping your environment clean and free of rodents
Storing food in tightly covered containers
Disposing of waste properly and keeping homes clutter-free
Seeking medical care early when you notice symptoms such as fever, weakness, or bleeding.


#LassaFever #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria
Stay one step ahead of #Measles.
✔️ Get vaccinated
✔️ Practice good Hygiene
✔️ Report symptoms early!

Healthy actions today protect lives tomorrow and prevention is always better than Cure!

#MeaslesAwareness #HealthyLiving #NCDCNigeria
#FactFriday

Feeling thirsty is a late indicator of dehydration. To support optimal body function, it is important to drink water consistently throughout the day, even before thirst occurs. Staying adequately hydrated is essential for overall health.

#FactFriday #NCDCNigeria
#HealthTipMonday
Your health matters every single day.
🌿Nourish your body, stay active, rest well, manage stress, and keep a positive mindset.
Simple daily habits can make a big difference to your overall wellbeing.

#HealthTipMonday #NCDCNigeria
Today, we join the global community in commemorating #WorldCancerDay.

Under the 2026 campaign theme, “United by Unique,” we acknowledge that every cancer journey is different and requires empathy, understanding, and tailored support.

By strengthening prevention efforts, promoting early detection, and improving early access to quality services we can collectively reduce the burden of cancer.

Together, we can make a difference!!

#WorldCancerDay #NCDCNigeria #PublicHealth
🦠#Mpox is a viral disease that spreads through close contact with infected persons, animals, or contaminated materials.

Common symptoms includes:
☑️ Fever
☑️Headache
☑️Muscle aches
☑️Skin rashes.

⚠️Early recognition and prompt care are key to preventing further spread.

Stay informed. Stay protected.


#MpoxAwareness #PublicHealth #NCDCNigeria
#HealthTipMonday:Start small, Stay Healthy!

Healthy living begins with the little things we do every day. When practiced consistently, small habits can make a big difference in our overall wellbeing.

☑️Eat a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, vitamins, and minerals
☑️Stay hydrated by drinking enough safe water daily
☑️Get 7–8 hours of quality sleep each night
☑️Exercise regularly to improve circulation and overall health
☑️Practice good hygiene, including regular handwashing under clean running water and surface cleaning
☑️Manage stress through relaxation techniques such as deep breathing or meditation.

Healthy habits today, a healthier future tomorrow!

#HealthTipMonday #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
#Influenza is a highly contagious respiratory infection that can cause fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, and fatigue. It spreads easily through contact with coughs or sneezes of an infected persons.

Protect yourself and your loved ones by:
✔️ Getting the annual flu vaccine
✔️ Practicing good hand hygiene
✔️ Covering your mouth and nose when sneezing or coughing
✔️ Staying home if you’re unwell

Early prevention and care save lives!

#InfluenzaAwareness #StayHealthy #NCDCNigeria
#Lassa fever is not caused by witchcraft or spiritual attacks. It is a viral disease transmitted through contact with urine or droppings of an infected rat, contaminated food, or the body fluids of an infected person.

Knowing the facts helps us act early and save lives.

If you or anyone around you has a persistent fever, visit the nearest health facility immediately.


#LassaFever #KnowTheFacts #PublicHealth #NCDCNigeria
#Measles remains a serious but preventable disease. Vaccination, good hygiene practices, early recognition of symptoms, and prompt reporting of suspected cases are critical steps in protecting children, families, and communities.

Ensure your children receives two doses of the Measles-Rubella vaccines between 9months and 14 years of age
Practice regular hand washing with soap and clean water
Cover your nose and mouth when sneezing or coughing and seek immediate medical care if symptoms such as high fever, rash, red eyes, cough, or runny nose appear.

Early detection and vaccination save lives.!

#MeaslesAwareness #PublicHealth #NCDCNigeria
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Not all fever is malaria. #LassaFever can start with mild symptoms but may become severe if not treated early. Early detection and treatment save lives!!

Protect yourself and loveones by:

* Keeping your home and surroundings clean
* Keep rodents out of your home
* Visit the nearest health center if you feel sick

Remember prevention is better than cure!

#LassaFever #NCDCNigeria #OneHealth
Every day, our hands come in contact with germs from surfaces, people, and objects around us.

Without proper hygiene, these germs easily enter the body and cause illness.
Washing your hands with soap under clean running water for at least 20 seconds especially before eating, after using the toilet, and after touching shared surfaces is one of the most effective ways to prevent infections.

Make handwashing a habit, protect yourself and those around you.

Clean hands today, healthier tomorrow.

#HealthTipMonday #HandHygiene #NCDCNigeria
In Weeks 4 and 5 of 2026, Nigeria recorded sustained #LassaFever activity.

In Week 4, there were 189 new suspected cases and 28 new confirmed cases, with 7 new deaths reported. A total of 594 suspected cases, 121 confirmed cases, and 25 deaths had been recorded.


In Week 5, 160 new suspected cases were reported, along with 44 new confirmed cases and 6 new deaths.


These figures highlight the importance of continued vigilance and preventive actions.


🔗 Read the full sitrep:

Week 4: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/209b83e6b6cc29b8353e30e34394d8a5.pdf

Week 5: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/files/sitreps/e94a04b902c47c21d467d1e6a0f833d1.pdf


Protect yourself and prevent Lassa fever by:
Keeping your environment clean and free of rodents
Storing food in tightly covered containers
Disposing of waste properly and keeping homes clutter-free
Seeking medical care early when you notice symptoms such as fever, weakness, headache, or bleeding.

#LassaFever #StaySafe #NCDCNigeria