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#COVID19Nigeria update for Friday 24th of July, 2020.

591 new cases of #COVID19:

Oyo-191
Lagos-168
FCT-61
Ondo-29
Osun-26
Ebonyi-24
Edo-23
Ogun-14
Rivers-13
Akwa Ibom-12
Kaduna-10
Katsina-6
Borno-4
Ekiti-3
Delta-3
Imo-3
Niger-1

As at 24th of July 2020, there are 39,539 cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 16,559 discharged and 845 dead.

A breakdown of cases by State can be found via: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng.

#TakeResponsibility
We are pleased to announce the inclusion of the Virology Laboratory, University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Enugu to the NCDC Molecular Laboratory Network, used for testing for #COVID19.

This totals 59 labs currently in the NCDC laboratory network with the capacity to test for #COVID19.

View full list👇🏾
https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/laboratory/
One of our responsibilities at NCDC is to scale-up capacity for #COVID19 diagnosis in Nigeria as we respond to the pandemic.

Kindly note that tests conducted in public facilities within NCDC molecular lab network are FREE of charge.

Read more:
https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/laboratory/
NOTICE: There are 7 fee-paying labs accredited by the Lagos State Government for #COVID19 testing.

☑ Total Medical Services
☑ SynLab
☑ 54gene
☑ Medbury Medical Services
☑ Biologix Medical Services
☑ O2 Medical Services
☑ Clina Lancent Lab, Lagos

Results from these labs are recognised by the NCDC.
As the rainy season progresses, infectious diseases like #Cholera will be common. #Cholera is easily transmitted within areas with poor sanitation and hygiene.

However, #Cholera is toally preventable. Practicing and ensuring personal and environmental hygiene is key to preventing infectious diseases such as #COVID19 and #Cholera.

#TakeResponsibility
#COVID19Nigeria update for Saturday 25th of July, 2020.

438 new cases of #COVID19:

Lagos-123
Kaduna-50
Rivers-40
Edo-37
Adamawa-25
Oyo-20
Nasarawa-16
Osun-15
Enugu-15
FCT-14
Ekiti-13
Ondo-13
Ebonyi-11
Katsina-10
Abia-9
Delta-8
Kwara-4
Ogun-3
Cross River-3
Kano-3
Bauchi-3
Yobe-2
Sokoto-1
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As at 25th of July 2020, there are 39,977 cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 16,948 discharged and 856 dead.

A breakdown of cases by State can be found via: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng.

#TakeResponsibility
Did you know that not all #COVID19 infected people show symptoms?

It is important to maintain physical distancing and avoid large gatherings because you may not know who may have the disease.

#TakeResponsibility to keep yourself and your loved ones safe.
“Report from the National Institute of Pharmaceutical Research & Development on the Madagascar drug showed activity of the drug in reducing frequency of cough, but no evidence of curative properties against #COVID19.”

~ Dr. Osagie Ehanire, Honourable Minister of Health, at the Daily Press Briefing of the Presidential Taskforce on #COVID19Nigeria
The virus that causes #COVID19 can live on surfaces for several hours.

Please clean all surfaces, especially high- contact surfaces like door handles & stair rails with:

✅ Soap & water
✅ Diluted bleach or
✅ Anti-bacterial wipes

#TakeResponsibility
#COVID19Nigeria update for Sunday 26th of July, 2020.

555 new cases of #COVID19:

Lagos-156
Kano-65
Ogun-57
Plateau-54
Oyo-53
Benue-43
FCT-30
Ondo-18
Kaduna-16
Akwa Ibom-13
Gombe-13
Rivers-12
Ekiti-9
Osun-8
Cross River-3
Borno-2
Edo-2
Bayelsa-1

As at 26th of July 2020, there are 40,532 cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 17,374 discharged and 858 dead.

A breakdown of cases by State can be found via: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng.

#TakeResponsibility
#COVID19 does not spread on its own. The virus spreads when people move around.

It is important to #TakeResponsibility; avoid non-essential travel & protect yourself and loved ones this festive season.

Let's celebrate Sallah safely.
#COVID19Nigeria update for Monday 27th of July, 2020.

648 new cases of #COVID19:

Lagos-180
Plateau-148
FCT-44
Ondo-42
Kwara-38
Rivers-32
Oyo-29
Kaduna-21
Osun-20
Edo-17
Ogun-17
Ekiti-11
Kano-9
Benue-9
Delta-9
Abia-9
Niger-7
Gombe-3
Borno-1
Bauchi-1
Imo-1

As at 27th of July 2020, there are 41,180 cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 18,203 discharged and 860 dead.

A breakdown of cases by State can be found via: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng.

#TakeResponsibility
📢NOTICE
Phase II of the eased lockdown has been extended till 6th August, 2020.

Adhere to guidelines to protect yourself & loved ones from #COVID19.

😷 Masks must be worn in public
🕑 Curfew from 10pm to 4am
❌ Closed: Bars/clubs, gyms, restaurants, cinemas.

#TakeResponsibility
#COVID19Nigeria update for Tuesday 28th of July, 2020.

624 new cases of #COVID19:

Lagos-212
Oyo-69
Niger-49
Kano-37
Osun-37
FCT-35
Plateau-34
Gombe-33
Edo-28
Enugu-28
Ebonyi-17
Delta-10
Katsina-9
Ogun-8
Rivers-7
Ondo-5
Kaduna-4
Nasarawa-2

As at 28th of July 2020, there are 41,804 cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 18,764 discharged and 868 dead.

A breakdown of cases by State can be found via: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng.

#TakeResponsibility
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Remember, there is NO specific cure for #COVID19. Some trial drugs show promising results but are yet to be validated for use.

In Nigeria, use of hydroxychloroquine is ONLY limited to clinical trials.

Please #TakeResponsibility and avoid self-medication.