_…Urges Residents to Take Precaution_
In response to the latest outbreak of diphtheria in some elements of the nation, the Oyo State Authorities has strengthened efforts to curb the unfold of the illness and shield residents.
The Commissioner for Well being, Dr. Oluwaserimi Ajetunmobi said this in Ibadan, on the Emergency Operations Centre (EOC),
Based on her, Diphtheria is a extremely contagious bacterial an infection that spreads by way of respiratory droplets from coughing or sneezing and direct contact with contaminated wounds. It primarily impacts the throat and higher airways, forming a thick greyish membrane that may impede respiratory.
She added that signs embody sore throat, fever, cough, swollen lymph nodes, issue swallowing, and, in extreme circumstances, respiratory misery.
Dr. Ajetunmobi reiterated that the authorities has intensified surveillance, case administration, and vaccination campaigns, whereas healthcare employees are on excessive alert to reply swiftly to suspected circumstances.
The Commissioner due to this fact famous that to stop the unfold of diphtheria, residents ought to keep knowledgeable, take vital precautions, keep private hygiene, and help the federal government’s public well being interventions to comprise the illness.
She suggested dad and mom to make sure youngsters obtain the three doses of the Pentavalent vaccine at 6, 10, and 14 weeks of age.
“Pregnant ladies ought to obtain the Tetanus-Diphtheria (Td) vaccine throughout antenatal care.”
She added, “Keep good private hygiene, together with common handwashing, masking the mouth when coughing or sneezing, and avoiding sharing private gadgets.”
“Keep away from shut contact with contaminated people and search medical consideration instantly if signs come up.”
The Commissioner stated the next numbers may be contacted for extra info or to report suspected circumstances: 08033742052, 07032067763
E-signed:
Prince Dotun Oyelade,
Commissioner for Info and Orientation,
Oyo State.
