WHO Declares Mpox Public Health Emergency Concern
The World Health Organization (WHO) has reaffirmed that the recent surge in mpox cases still meets the criteria for a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC), as outlined in the International Health Regulations (IHR). WHO Director-General, Dr. Tedros Ghebreyesus, made this announcement following the fourth meeting of the IHR emergency committee on June 5. […]
NCDC Reports Rising Cases of Cerebrospinal Meningitis, Urges Vigilance
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has reported a rising number of suspected Cerebrospinal Meningitis (CSM) cases across the country, with children aged 5-14 years the most affected group. The NCDC’s official website stated on Sunday that, 315 suspected cases were reported in three states: Kebbi, Sokoto, and Yobe, 38 of which were confirmed […]
NCDC activates emergency operations centre for Lassa fever over escalating incidence
Nigeria’s Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has activated its Lassa fever emergency operations centre in response to the country’s escalating incidence of the disease. A statement signed by the NCDC Director General, Ifedayo Adetifa, on Thursday stated that in 2023, there was an increase in the number of cases reported from week 49 […]
Federal Government warns Nigerians against outbreak of meningitis
The Federal government has warned Nigerians about the increased risk of Cerebrospinal Meningitis (CSM) during the dry season, characterized by dust, winds, and cold nights, saying that in 2023, 190 lives were lost to this disease. It said the warning becomes important as the weather condition brings with it frequent upper respiratory tract infections that […]
