Nigeria's Health Minister Confirms Ebola Case in Abuja
The Federal Government confirmed a case of Ebola disease in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. The case involves a woman who recently arrived in Nigeria on an international flight from Uganda.
Following her admission to a private hospital, the infection was confirmed after several days. She is currently in isolation and receiving medical care.
The Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Ali Pate, announced that 44 contacts have been identified, including healthcare workers and travel contacts. Public health teams are actively monitoring these individuals and others who may have been exposed.
The government has intensified surveillance and urged health facilities to remain vigilant, promptly isolating suspected cases and reporting them to authorities. Nigerians are advised to wash their hands regularly and avoid contact with body fluids of anyone suspected of having Ebola.
The World Health Organisation's guidelines on Ebola transmission and prevention were revisited to educate the public on the disease.
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