Coronavirus: Nigeria issues advisory, places port health services on alert

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There is no specific treatment for disease caused by the novel coronavirus yet. However, many of the symptoms can be treated.

Therefore, treatment is based on the patient’s clinical condition. In addition, supportive care for infected persons can be highly effective.The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control is currently coordinating a multisectoral technical group that is assessing and managing the risk of importation to Nigeria. NCDC is in close communication with the World Health Organization who is closely monitoring the situation globally.

Nigerians are advised to remain calm. Travelers from Nigeria to Wuhan, China, are advised to avoid contact with sick people, animals , and animal markets. Travelers from Wuhan to Nigeria, may be asked questions upon arrival by the Port Health Services unit at points of entry about symptoms of illness and travel history, and are advised to report immediately to NCDC if they feel ill after a trip to Wuhan.

Avoid close contact with anyone showing symptoms of respiratory illness such as coughing and sneezing.

 

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