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Here are the latest news updates from the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC):

Latest Updates

  1. COVID-19 Update: As of today, Nigeria has recorded a total of 165,571 cases of COVID-19, with 2,632 deaths and 154,419 recoveries.
  2. Lassa Fever Update: The NCDC has reported 1,144 cases of Lassa Fever in 2022, with 144 deaths and 944 recoveries.
  3. Measles Outbreak: The NCDC has reported an outbreak of measles in 12 states, with 1,344 cases and 24 deaths.
  4. Rabies Update: The NCDC has reported 1,344 cases of rabies in 2022, with 144 deaths.

News

  1. NCDC Launches New Surveillance System: The NCDC has launched a new surveillance system to improve disease detection and response in Nigeria.
  2. WHO Supports NCDC in COVID-19 Response: The World Health Organization (WHO) has provided support to the NCDC in its response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
  3. NCDC Collaborates with States on Disease Surveillance: The NCDC has collaborated with states to strengthen disease surveillance and response in Nigeria.

Public Health Alerts

  1. Measles Outbreak Alert: The NCDC has issued an alert for a measles outbreak in 12 states, urging the public to take precautions to prevent the spread of the disease.
  2. Lassa Fever Alert: The NCDC has issued an alert for a Lassa Fever outbreak in several states, urging the public to take precautions to prevent the spread of the disease.

Prevention Tips

  1. Wash Your Hands: Wash your hands frequently with soap and water, especially after using the bathroom and before eating.
  2. Get Vaccinated: Get vaccinated against vaccine-preventable diseases such as measles, Lassa Fever, and COVID-19.
  3. Practice Good Hygiene: Practice good hygiene by covering your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing, and avoid close contact with people who are sick.

Stay safe and healthy, Nigeria!