How To Stay Safe From Mpox: A Comprehensive Guide

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As the Mpox virus spreads rapidly across Africa, with Nigeria increasingly affected, it is essential for citizens to take proactive steps to protect themselves and their families. According to PUNCH, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) reported 40 confirmed Mpox cases out of 830 suspected cases as of Friday. This update was announced by NCDC Director-General Dr. Jide Idris at a joint briefing with the World Health Organization (WHO) in Abuja……CONTINUE READING 

The NCDC has issued alerts to all public and private hospitals and provided a list of referral isolation and treatment centers across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones. The WHO recently declared the surge in Mpox cases from DR Congo to other African nations a global health emergency and has called for increased vaccine production and distribution.

To help manage the situation, PUNCH Online offers essential safety measures for Nigerians to follow:

**Personal Precautions**
1. **Practice good hygiene**: Frequently wash hands with soap and water, particularly after using public transport, before eating, and after using the restroom.
2. **Avoid close contact**: Maintain distance from anyone showing symptoms of Mpox, such as rash, fever, or swollen lymph nodes.
3. **Use personal protective equipment (PPE)**: Wear masks, gloves, and eye protection when caring for someone with Mpox.

**Preventing Transmission**
1. **Avoid skin-to-skin contact**: Do not touch or shake hands with individuals infected with Mpox.
2. **Avoid sharing personal items**: Do not share bedding, towels, clothing, or utensils with someone who has Mpox.
3. **Clean and disinfect**: Regularly clean and disinfect surfaces and objects that may have come into contact with the virus.

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