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📣COMING UP Join our Head of Health Emergency Preparedness, Dr Biodun Ogunniyi as he gives update on #Cholera response in Nigeria. Tune in LIVE on NTA to join the conversation 📡DSTV: CH 251 📡GOTV: CH 114 🕥 9:00 pm

As of 29th September, over 10,000 suspected cases of #cholera have been recorded from the 36 States + FCT. The ongoing cholera outbreak has been worsened by limited access to clean water, open defecation, & poor hygiene practices in affected communities. 🔗Download the situation report https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=7&name=An%20update%20of%20Cholera%20outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

In reporting week 32, the number of suspected cases of #cholera increased to 121 cases. Our weekly situation report provides an update on the current #cholera epidemiological situation in Nigeria and our response activities. 🔗 Download via: https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=7&name=An%20update%20of%20Cholera%20outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

Our weekly #cholera situation report for weeks 28 and 29 has been uploaded. The reports provide an update on the current #cholera epidemiological situation in Nigeria and our response activities. 🔗 Download via: https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=7&name=An%20update%20of%20Cholera%20outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

Your actions, no matter how small can limit the risk of #cholera infection. 🚫Do not defecate in open areas 🧤Clear your drainages ✅Only drink water from safe sources ✅Dispose of refuse properly in waste disposal sites Public health advisory⬇️ 🔗https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/513/stop-cholera%3A-public-health-advisory

Our weekly #cholera situation report for week 27 has been uploaded. The report provides an update on the current #cholera epidemiological situation in Nigeria and our response activities. 🔗 Download via: https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=7&name=An%20update%20of%20Cholera%20outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

Our #cholera situation reports are now weekly. The reports provide an update on the #cholera epidemiological situation in Nigeria and our response activities. 🔗 Download via: https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=7&name=An%20update%20of%20Cholera%20outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

The bacteria, Vibrio cholerae, that causes #cholera is commonly found in contaminated water and food. Protect yourself. Read our public health advisory on measures to take to prevent yourself from getting infected. ⬇️ 🔗 https://ncdc.gov.ng/news/513/stop-cholera%3A-public-health-advisory

📣ICYMI The Incident Manager of our National #Cholera Technical Working Group, Mr Sebastian Yennan, was live on Arise TV to discuss the ongoing #cholera outbreak. 🔗 Catch up and share via https://youtu.be/rVHP5kRU4bw?si=aIMQiFD9Uo3qjCND

#Cholera Situation Report Our monthly Cholera Situation Report for May 2024 has been published on our website. 🔗You can download, read and share via https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/sitreps/?cat=7&name=An%20update%20of%20Cholera%20outbreak%20in%20Nigeria

Severe cases of #cholera can cause death within hours due to dehydration. Recognise the signs and symptoms to ensure you seek early healthcare and treatment if suspected.

Unwashed hands, untreated water, and uncovered food are some of the ways #Cholera germs are spread. Personal and environmental hygiene remains one of the best ways to STOP #Cholera. Watch this little boy's story on cholera: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jG1VNSCsP5Q