CHOLERA: Vaccine to Arrive Nigeria Soon
The Chief Executive Officer of Vaccine Alliance, Gavi, Dr. Sania Nishtar has disclosed that cholera vaccines would soon arrive in Nigeria to help curb the deadly and ongoing disease outbreak. Nishtar announced this on her X handle, she stated that the body was concerned about the cholera outbreak in Nigeria and was ready to support […]
Ona-Ara LG Launches Cholera Awareness Campaign, Empowers Residents on Prevention and Fire Safety
In a proactive move to safeguard public health and safety, Ona-Ara Local Government today 2nd July, 2024 organized a seminal seminar on cholera prevention and fire safety for its residents. The event featured a keynote address by renowned International Health Expert, Engr. Funmi Obisesan, President of Funmi Obisesan Development and Empowerment Initiative (FODEI), Egalitarian voice reports. […]
“Stay Safe, Stay Informed: Ona-Ara LG Launches Cholera and Fire Safety Campaign on July 2”
The Ona Ara Local Government, under the chairmanship of Dr. Temitope Kolapo GLORIOUS, has designated the 2nd of July for a large-scale awareness campaign focused on fire safety and cholera outbreak precautions for the citizens of the local government. This information was released in a press statement signed by the chairman’s press secretary, Mr. Rahmon […]
6 Ways to Prevent Cholera
Cholera is a serious bacterial infection that can cause severe diarrhoea and dehydration. It is usually spread through contaminated water and food. However, you can take several steps to prevent cholera and keep yourself and your family safe. Here are some of the steps. 1. Drink Safe Water Always drink safe water. Use bottled water or […]
Tinubu Sets Up Committee To Curb Cholera Outbreak
President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday, set up a committee to oversee the emergency operations centre led by the National Center for Disease Control in response to the outbreak of cholera in Nigeria. The Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Ali Pate, disclosed this after the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting at the Villa. Pate said, “The President […]
Developing: Oyo Govt To Improve Access To Potable Water In Rural Areas
The Oyo State government has inaugurated a 7-man Committee to oversee adequate and even accessibility to portable water in all the geopolitical zones of the State. During the inauguration at the State Government Secretariat, Ibadan, the Chairman, Oyo State Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency (OYORUWASSA), Alhaji Babalola Afobaje, declared that the state government is […]
Sanitation Savvy: Akinlabi’s Tips to Prevent Cholera in Oyo State
As we are now in the rainy season, Oyo State is on high alert for a potential cholera outbreak as the state is feeling the heat already. But Segun Akinlabi, convener of the Egalitarian Team, is determined to prevent the spread of the disease through proper sanitation and hygiene practices. “Cholera is a preventable disease, […]
Oyo govt. rolls out Measures to Prevent Cholera Outbreak In Public Schools
The Oyo state government has rolled out some guidelines to ensure that food handlers in public schools follow strict hygiene practices to prevent contamination. The executive chairman, Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board, (SUBEB), Dr Nureni Adeniran, made this known in the instructions released in Ibadan on Saturday. He advised headteachers to implement the measures […]
WHO Announces Global Resurgence Of Cholera
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has announced a spike in Cholera in several regions of the world, with almost 195,000 cases and over 1,900 deaths reported in 24 countries since the start of this year. The agency’s Eastern Mediterranean Region reported the highest number of cases, followed by the African Region, the Region of the […]
Is Mouthwash Harmful Or Not?
I want to know if there are any health risks from using mouthwash on a daily basis. Gideon (by SMS) Most mouthwashes found in pharmacies contain alcohol. These can cause a brief burning sensation in the mouth, an unpleasant taste, and a drying in the mouth. The alcohol also destroys almost all the bacteria in […]