CHOLERA OUTBREAK: WHAT YOU MUST KNOW
WHAT YOU MUST KNOW:
Cholera is an acute diarrheal illness caused by infection of the intestine with the bacterium Vibrio cholerae. It is typically contracted through consumption of contaminated water or food.
Symptoms
Cholera symptoms begins to appear between 12 hours and 5 days after consumption of contaminated food or water. In severe cases, symptoms can develop quickly and require immediate medical attention.
- these symptoms includes Severe diarrhea, vomiting, dehydration, muscle cramps
- when untreated, dehydration might become severe and death can occur within hours.
- please see a doctor, or visit your primary health care provider if you’re experiencing any of these symptoms
WHAT YOU MUST AVOID:
Cholera is usually spread through contaminated water sources, poor sanitation as well as unhygienic food handling.
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In order to prevent the spread of this life threatening disease, it’s important to:
- Drink boiled or bottled water.
- Use proper sanitation facilities.
- Wash hands frequently with soap and clean water.
- Eat thoroughly cooked food and avoid raw items.
TREATMENT
Cholera treatment is usually through the use of Antibiotics and rehydration therapy.
Visit any primary health centre near you.
Prioritize your health now!!
There is CHOLERA outbreak currently in LAGOS Nigeria ,people are dying already. Protect yourselves and your children.
Be careful of what you eat and drink now
Precautions:
Wash hand regularly esp after toilet
Drink clean water
Boil water before drinking
Don’t eat raw or undercooked foods
Wash your vegetables and fruits well
Avoid mama put now
Keep your toilets clean
Signs and symptoms:
- Severe watery Diarrhoea
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Rapid heart rate
- Dehydration
Home Treatment :
Oral rehydration Treatment (ORS)
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