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Even as the rainy season ends in Nigeria, cholera cases are still being reported. Remain vigilant; ensure personal hygiene and that food, and water safety practices are always followed.

Bacteria are found nearly everywhere. Some help keep you healthy, but some can make you very sick. Guard against harmful bacteria by taking simple steps like washing your hands regularly with soap and running water.

Today, mpox vaccines donated by HHS.gov arrived in Nigeria as part of the U.S. Government’s ongoing support for the country’s response to the mpox outbreak.

Washing your hands, covering your mouth – when coughing or sneezing, and avoiding sharing personal items are simple day-to-day habits you can adopt to prevent the spread of infectious diseases in your homes and communities.

Did you know your kidneys work hard to remove wastes, toxins, and excess fluid from your body every 30 minutes? Chronic Kidney Disease occurs when the kidneys are damaged and can't filter blood effectively. Learn about the risks and prevention: cdc.gov/kidney-disease…

High blood cholesterol can lead to plaque on the walls of your arteries. Take steps to lower your risk by making healthy changes to your lifestyle, such as choosing foods lower in saturated and trans fats and maintaining a healthy weight. Learn more: cdc.gov/cholesterol/tr…

From all of us at CDC Nigeria, this is wishing you a happy new year 2025!

Our experts worked with GON and partners to help Nigeria become the first country in the world to roll out a new vaccine (called Men5CV) which protects people against five strains of the meningococcus bacteria.

Lassa fever remains a public health threat in Nigeria, with reported cases across the country. We are using our investment in HIV programs to enhance Lassa fever surveillance and awareness in the 18 states where we support PEPFAR programming.

#DYK bacteria & viruses can cause diseases but are not the same thing? Bacteria cause bacterial infections & viruses cause viral infections. Antibiotics kill bacteria while antiviral drugs fight viruses. If you are sick, talk to your doctor about treatments that are best for you.

Tobacco in all its forms is a killer! People who smoke or use other forms of tobacco are more likely to develop disease and die earlier than people who don't use tobacco. Learn how to quit smoking here: cdc.gov/tobacco/about/…

Today, the first cohort of the @USCDCNigeria-supported Regional Public Health Emergency Management Training graduated. Seventeen participants from across the region strengthened their skills to prepare for and respond to disease threats. Learn more: bit.ly/3GrzcXN.

We work closely with NCDC and other partners to implement effective risk communication strategies that ensure accurate, timely, and life-saving information reaches the public, healthcare professionals, and other critical stakeholders.

As part of our strong partnership, we helped Nigeria improve the country’s laboratory diagnostics through ongoing support to 8 laboratories to strengthen their capacity to diagnose measles and rubella to help end outbreaks.

CDC experts and partners in global health security play active roles in Nigeria’s responses to disease outbreaks. We are working with NCDC to respond to ongoing outbreaks across several states and communities in Nigeria.

From HIV & TB to emerging threats, CDC strengthens global lab networks 🔬 in 40+ countries, building an early warning system that keeps Americans safer at home and protects global communities. Discover the impact of this vital work: bit.ly/4kQhqLX

Laboratories are an important part of the health system and essential for detecting and monitoring diseases. U.S. CDC Nigeria-supported laboratories help the country quickly identify disease threats so rapid actions can be taken to prevent their spread.

CDC’s innovation in HIV drug resistance helps save millions 💲 annually & allows 75 countries to monitor this global health threat. This work keeps treatments effective & stops the spread of drug resistance in the U.S. Read more: bit.ly/4fgMtQ5.

Through strong collaborations, CDC is helping Nigeria strengthen its outbreak responses to effectively address public health emergencies. U.S. CDC-trained staff are leading and coordinating outbreak responses across Nigeria, protecting health and safety in the country and abroad.

Whether it's Lassa fever, cholera, diphtheria, yellow fever, or meningitis, we continue to work with Nigerian public health experts and agencies to help the country prevent, detect, and respond to infectious disease outbreaks. This work is strengthening global health security.