Tag: Cholera
FG made emergency vaccine requests to battle cholera
The Federal Government of Nigeria has made four emergency requests to the International Coordinating Group on Vaccine Provision for cholera…
Cholera still seriously ravaging Nigeria – UNICEF
“We are in a race against time, working hand in hand with the authorities to deliver essential healthcare, safe water…
Deadly outbreak: Cholera claims 10 lives in Enugu
Dr. Egwuonwu also appealed to the public to practice strict hygiene measures, including boiling water before drinking, frequent hand washing,…
Nigeria battles escalating Cholera crisis: 220% spike in cases, 359 dead
According to the NCDC’s latest epidemiological report, the country recorded 10,837 suspected cases and 359 deaths by the end of…
Cholera claims nine lives in five Yobe LGAs
Dr Mohammed Gana, Commissioner for Health and Human Services, sad this in a statement in Damaturu on Friday
Sudan reports over 9,500 cholera cases, 315 deaths
The conflict has resulted in at least 16,650 deaths and displaced millions of people.
Cholera outbreak in Nigeria soars by 128%, Lagos hardest hit
According to the NCDC, Lagos accounts for 60% of all reported cases, with Lagos Island being the hardest-hit Local Government…
Cholera outbreak: Lagos Metro Lions Club cleans up Ipodo community
This outreach focused on cleaning and sanitizing local drainage systems, fumigating the area, and donating essential cleaning materials to mitigate…
103 dead from Cholera outbreak across Nigeria, says NCDC
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) revealed this new toll during a press conference in Abuja on…
Cholera crisis: Nigeria’s case fatality rate drops to 2.9%
Despite progress, it said that challenges persist, necessitating sustained efforts in healthcare infrastructure, public health education, and community engagement to…
“Expect a decrease in cholera cases in the next couple of weeks” – NCDC
The NCDC's recent data shows 2,102 suspected cholera cases and 63 deaths across 33 states and 122 local government areas.…
Cholera: Oyo Govt. calls for heightened vigilance
He lamented that the World Health Organization (WHO), has confirmed the ongoing cholera outbreak in some parts of Nigeria as…
Kogi records two confirmed cholera cases
He listed the PHCs that were approved to be upgraded to General Hospitals to includes PHC Assakyo in Lafia, Gudi…
Lagos’ proactive steps prevented catastrophic outcome in Cholera battle – Sanwo-Olu
At the large gathering comprising stakeholders, regulators and funding partners, Sanwo-Olu said discussions must be focused on actions and strategies…
No recent confirmation of cholera in Cross River – Commissioner
He restated the state government’s commitment to the health and well-being of residents.
Cholera: Oyo rolls out measures to prevent outbreak in public schools
The Executive Chairman, Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board, Dr. Nureni Aderemi Adeniran handed down the instruction in Ibadan.
Cholera: Kano warns against use of rain water
The Commissioner also enjoined people to always wash vegetables and fruits thoroughly with clean water before consumption because they are…
WHO announces global resurgence of cholera
Improved access to early diagnosis and treatment, as well as surveillance and response has proven that countries can control and…
Abia confirms no cholera cases despite 109 suspected outbreaks
The director urged vigilance and necessary precautions to prevent the spread of cholera and promised to provide updates as needed.…
We have structures to combat cholera outbreak in Ondo – Commissioner
Cholera is a bacterial infection that can cause severe diarrhea and dehydration, with the symptoms to include: diarrhoea, vomiting, and…
Cholera: Nigeria must prevent spread in schools — UNICEF
Lafoucrier, however, solicited for adequate awareness across the country to sensitise the populace on cholera outbreak and preventive measures as…
Ogun implements measures to prevent cholera outbreak
Mr. Kayode Akinmade, Special Adviser to Governor Dapo Abiodun on Media and Strategy, emphasized the governor's serious concern about the…
15 dead as Lagos confirms outbreak of severe cholera
Prof. Akin Abayomi, Commissioner for Health disclosed that 350 suspected cases had been reported with 17 confirmed to be cholera…
NIJ students sensitise Lagos residents to cholera outbreak
For further information and guidance on Cholera, the students directed the populace to contact the Lagos State Health Management Agency…
Cholera strikes 79 Nigerians dead in three months
The agency said that 12 states across 43 local government areas reported the suspected cases, with a case fatality ratio…
Adamawa records 197 cholera, 102 monkey pox cases
Victims have been receiving antibiotics, intravenous fluids (IVF) and oral rehydration therapy (ORT) for effective treatment and cure against the…
Gombe declares cholera outbreak, records 10 deaths
Gombe State has declared an outbreak of cholera with no fewer than ten deaths already recorded across the state.
20 repentant Boko Haram fighters die in Borno camp
Reports have it that health workers with the support of Non-Governmental Organisations and the World Health Organisation are battling to…
Kaduna confirms 189 cholera cases in 20 LGAs
The Kano State Government said it has recorded no fewer than 189 cases of Cholera in 20 Local Government Areas…
Nigeria moves to reduce cholera-related deaths
In 2021, Nigeria recorded 111,062 cholera cases across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).