Following the initial alert and advisory issued by the Lagos State Ministry of Health on the cholera outbreak, the Lagos State government
has activated its Public Health Emergency Operations Centre at Mainland Hospital, Yaba, Lagos.
“The laboratory investigation and test results have so far confirmed Cholera subtype O-1. This subtype is associated with more severe disease. The pattern of new cases per day varies across LGAs, according to our ongoing surveillance and monitoring updates. “We are prepositioning cholera kits in health facilities across the State. Our efforts to control the outbreak also include the distribution of Oral Rehydration Solutions and public health education campaigns,” he explained.
“During this Ileya festive season, residents are advised to drink safe water, cook food thoroughly, maintain personal hygiene, wash hands regularly, use sanitiser, and avoid crowded places. Reporting symptoms like watery diarrhoea or vomiting immediately is also crucial to save lives and prevent transmission to other community members. Treatment for suspected cholera is provided free of charge at all government facilities as part of the government’s standard public health response,” he said.
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