CHOLERA OUTBREAK!!

Ladies and gentlemen, it’s about to be the longest weekend of the century and we have our Muslim brothers and sisters to thank for it💃🏽

Eid Mubarak in advance to all Muslims, home and abroad.

May God spare our lives to celebrate more on earth.

My dear friend, if you are a Muslim, please do well to share location for Monday and Tuesday, I for one will honor your such invitation 🌚

How are you My dear friend?

As your friend, I advise that you make the most of this long weekend before we resume to our usual two seconds weekend.

Of recent, the outbreak of Cholera has been reported and NCDC has confirmed a total of 65 cases and 30 deaths. In order not to be a victim of this deadly disease, here are some things you need to know about Cholera.

Cholera is an infectious disease that causes severe watery diarrhea, which can lead to dehydration and even death if untreated. It is caused by eating food or drinking water contaminated with a bacterium called Vibrio cholerae.

What are the mode of transmission for Cholera;

* Feacally contaminated water.

* Contaminated food and drinks

* Direct contact.

What are the symptoms of Cholera?

There can be ;Vomiting, Cramps, profuse, painless diarrhea and vomiting of clear fluid.

How do we prevent ourselves from contracting Cholera:

* Drink and use safe water

* Cook food thoroughly

* Wash hands with soap and safe water after caring for the patients, and especially after handling fecal matter

* Remove and wash any bedding or clothing that may have had contact with diarrheal stool.

As we celebrate this period, let us take into precaution these things so as not to come down with any deadly disease.

Enjoy your weekend!

With love ,

Wura from The Health City.