Breaking: NCDC Issues Public Health Guidelines Amidst Diphtheria Outbreak in Nigeria
Daily Rendezvous 20 January 2023 | Diphtheria Public Health Advisory Amidst Outbreak in Nigeria The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has responded to reports of diphtheria cases in Lagos and Kano States and is monitoring the situation in Osun and Yobe States where cases are now being picked up. In addition to clinically suspected cases, there have been laboratoryconfirmed cases and the NCDC is working with State Ministries of Health and partners to enhance surveillance and response to the outbreak. This includes keeping the public informed on staying safe at home and in their communities. ABOUT DIPHTHERIA What is Diphtheria? Diphtheria is a serious bacterial infection caused by the bacterium called Corynebacterium species that affects the nose, throat and sometimes, skin of an individual. Who is at risk? People most at risk of contracting diphtheria: • Children and adults who have n...