The fight against Lassa Fever in Enugu State has began.
There has been a confirmed case of Lassa Fever in ESUT-TH Parklane. The index case died yesterday in the ICU. The sample sent out returned positive.
The Exco of ARD will hold an emergency meeting with the CMD.
It was stated that all those who had direct contact with the imdex patient to reach any exco member immediately for further information and directions.
All members were also informed to continue to have a High index of suspicion and take necessary precautions.
Dr. Chima Emmanuel Edoga
POTARD ESUT-TH Parklane
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22.01.2020
Lassa fever is an acute, viral disease carried by a type of rat that is common in West Africa.
The rats live in and around human habitation, and they often come into contact with foodstuffs. Sometimes people eat the rats, and the disease can be spread during their preparation.
This includes:
Do a regular hand-washing.
Do the storing foods in rodent-proof containers.
Always keep garbage away from the home.
You can always keep pet cats.
You can avoid blood and other bodily fluids when caring for sick relatives.
following safe burial procedures.
using protective equipment in a healthcare setting, including masks and eyewear.
There has been a confirmed case of Lassa Fever in ESUT-TH Parklane. The index case died yesterday in the ICU. The sample sent out returned positive.
The Exco of ARD will hold an emergency meeting with the CMD.
It was stated that all those who had direct contact with the imdex patient to reach any exco member immediately for further information and directions.
All members were also informed to continue to have a High index of suspicion and take necessary precautions.
Dr. Chima Emmanuel Edoga
POTARD ESUT-TH Parklane
*35/366*
22.01.2020
Lassa fever is an acute, viral disease carried by a type of rat that is common in West Africa.
Once a Mastomys rat is infected with the virus, it can excrete the virus in its feces and urine, potentially for the rest of its life.
As a result, the virus can spread easily, especially as the rats breed rapidly and can inhabit human homes.
The most common method of transmission is by consuming or inhaling rat urine or feces. It can also be spread through cuts and open sores.
The rats live in and around human habitation, and they often come into contact with foodstuffs. Sometimes people eat the rats, and the disease can be spread during their preparation.
Lassa fever can also be passed between patients and staff at poorly equipped hospitals where sterilization and protective clothing is not standard.
The main focus of prevention is "community hygiene," to control the rat population.
The main focus of prevention is "community hygiene," to control the rat population.
Do a regular hand-washing.
Do the storing foods in rodent-proof containers.
Always keep garbage away from the home.
You can always keep pet cats.
You can avoid blood and other bodily fluids when caring for sick relatives.
following safe burial procedures.
using protective equipment in a healthcare setting, including masks and eyewear.
The Mastomys rat is so widespread that it cannot realistically be eradicated. As a result, the main aim is to avoid these rodents and prevent them from sharing human habitation.
The World Health Organization (WHO) and other organizations work to raise awareness in areas where Lassa fever is a threat.
The World Health Organization (WHO) and other organizations work to raise awareness in areas where Lassa fever is a threat.