Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)

#HealthTipMonday: A Healthier You! Your health is your greatest wealth. Small daily habits can make a big difference in how you feel and function. 💧 Stay hydrated 🚶‍♀️ Move your body by exercising or taking at least 60mins walk daily 😴 Prioritize quality sleep 🥦 Eat more Whole foods and vegetables 🧘‍♀️ Practice mindfulness to relax your mind Start with one healthy habit today and stay consistent. A healthier you begins with simple, intentional choices. #HealthTipMonday#HealthyLiving#NCDCNigeria

As Nigeria continues the fight against Lassa fever, our healthcare workers remain our strongest line of defence. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention reminds all health professionals to stay alert, every fever case matters. Standard precautions save lives: 🧼 Clean your hands before and after contact. 🩺 Use the right PPE based on risk. 🧹 Keep your environment clean. 🗑 Dispose of waste safely. For detailed guidance, read the full Lassa Fever Advisory for Healthcare Workers here: https://ncdc.gov.ng/themes/common/docs/protocols/373_1771241608.pdf Protect yourself. Protect your colleagues. Protect your patients. Infection prevention isn’t optional, it saves lives. #LassaFever#IPC#NCDCNigeria

What you eat matters more than you think. ✅Good nutrition fuels your body, strengthens your immune system, and helps you resist infections like flu, cholera, and other communicable diseases. Healthy choices today, stronger immunity tomorrow.💪 #FactFriday#HealthyLiving#NCDCNigeria

Stay alert. Stay clean. Stay safe. Protect yourself and your loved ones from #LassaFever by: ➡️Keeping your surroundings clean and rodent-free ➡️Storing food and water in tightly covered containers ➡️Properly disposing of waste ➡️Washing hands regularly with soap under running water ➡️Avoiding contact with rats and their droppings ➡️Seeking medical care early if you notice symptoms Prevention starts with you. Act early. Stay protected. #LassaFever#PublicHealth#NCDCNigeria

#HealthTipMonday: Stay refreshed, Stay healthy! Don’t wait till you’re thirsty. Your body needs water to be energized. ✅Drinking enough water regularly keeps your body active, improves digestion, boosts energy, and supports overall wellbeing. Healthy habits start with simple steps!! #HealthTipMonday#HealthyLiving#NCDCNigeria

#Influenza (flu) spreads easily, but prevention starts with you! Practice these simple healthy habits to stay protected: ✔️Wash your hands regularly with soap under running water ✔️Cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing ✔️Avoid close contact with sick individuals ✔️Clean and disinfect touched surfaces frequently ✔️Visit the nearest healthcare facility if you feel unwell ✔️Wear a face mask in crowded places Protect your family. Protect your community. #FluPrevention#HealthyLiving#NCDCNigeria

#Lassa fever is preventable, awareness is your first line of defense. ✅Avoid contact with rodents and their droppings ✅Store food properly ✅Maintain good hygiene by washing your hands regularly and keeping your surroundings clean and rodents free Seek medical care early if you notice symptoms such as : ✔️Fever ✔️Weakness ✔️Severe headache ✔️Cough ✔️Sore throat Stay informed, Stay Safe!! Prevent. Detect early. Save lives. #LassaFeverAwareness#PublicHealth#NCDCNigeria

Stop #Cholera before it spreads! Contaminated water can cost lives. Ensure your drinking water is safe, properly stored, and treated. ✅If you experience sudden watery diarrhoea, seek medical care immediately. Early treatment saves lives. #CholeraAwareness#HealthyLiving#NCDCNigeria

#LassaFever is highly infectious. Protect your food and protect your family. ➡️Store food in covered containers and keep it away from rats at all times. Good hygiene is your first line of defense against #LassaFever. Stay safe. Stay informed. #LassaFever#NCDCNigeria

#WellnessWednesday: Your health is your greatest wealth. Stay active ➡️Drink Enough water ➡️Reduce sugar intake ➡️Aim for at least 7–8 hours of sleep daily ➡️Eat more fruits and vegetables. Small healthy habits every day leads to a stronger, happier you.! #WellnessWednesday#HealthyLiving#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”