Kaduna State Raises Alarm over Diphtheria Outbreak; Urges Vigilance And Preventive Measures

 The Kaduna State government has issued a public alert concerning the outbreak of diphtheria disease within the state.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The Kaduna State Ministry of Health reported confirmed cases of diphtheria in various communities within the Jema’a Local Government Area, particularly in Kafanchan…CONTINUE READING

Several reports have surfaced, indicating that residents in Takau Ward, Kafanchan A, and Kafanchan B wards are experiencing symptoms including difficulty in breathing, high fever, cough, general body weakness, sore throat, and neck swelling.

In response to the unfortunate loss of lives in these affected communities, Governor Uba Sani swiftly directed the Kaduna State Ministry of Health to dispatch an emergency team to investigate the cases.

According to a preliminary report, the outbreak of diphtheria in Kafanchan was first recorded in the early days of July 2023.

Governor Sani commended the health officials for their prompt response and urged them to continue their diligent efforts to contain and ultimately eradicate the disease.

As part of the response measures, the Ministry has moved affected cases to well-equipped hospitals for proper management, initiated active case searches, conducted contact tracing, and carried out intensive community sensitization in the affected areas and their surroundings.

To curb the spread of the disease and protect communities, residents of Kaduna State are advised to take preventive measures and remain vigilant.

The public is encouraged to promptly report any suspected cases of diphtheria in their communities to ensure swift action is taken to contain the outbreak.