Imo PHEOC

Our Thursday weekly EOC meeting aids us in mapping out Action points and strategies that strengthens effective surveillance and response in Imo state. Kindly follow our social media platforms @imo_phoec_info on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. instagram.com/p/CgmBFtcsjzg/…

#Anthrax is a severe disease that can affect both humans and animals, including wild animals and livestock such as cows, pigs, camels, sheep, goats, etc. Read our public health advisory for more information on ➡️Signs and symptoms ➡️Mode of transmission ➡️Who is at risk ➡️Prevention measures 🔗 ncdc.gov.ng/news/461/publi…

Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh are facing grim choices as funding shortages force @WFP to further reduce assistance. Stranded in camps, Rohingya refugees remain entirely dependent on external support to meet basic food needs. wfp.org/news/rohingya-…

Enjoyed listening to the wisdom of our former staff representatives from across the world, who came to support us during #WHA76. We need to continue nurturing their experiences and contributions. They may be retired - but are sure not tired! #ProudToBeWHO

The Director public health department of the State ministry of health in the person of Dr. Austin Okeji addresses the IMSUTH medical students @ the IMOPHEOC conference room during their 10day community health training.

#Lassafever is a viral hemorrhagic fever spread primarily through contact with rodents Human-to-human spread is possible through contact with body fluids of an infected person Avoid contact with persons with confirmed or suspected Lassa fever to protect yourselves & loved ones

IMSUTH medical students in disease surveillance and notification officer (DSNOs) monthly review meeting as part of their 10day public health training @ Great wood hotel,along Ph road. The meeting was supported by WHO Imo state office and anchored by the state epidemiologist.

#Diabetes is diagnosed by testing blood sugar. If left unchecked, diabetes can lead to: ❌ Heart attack ❌ Stroke ❌ Kidney failure ❌ Lower limb amputation ❌ Visual impairment ❌ Blindness ❌ Nerve damage

Tetanus and diphtheria infections can be deadly to a pregnant woman and can cause the loss of the baby. All pregnant women are therefore, encouraged to take tetanus and diphtheria immunization serious.

Rainy season is here,ensure to practice proper environmental hygiene to prevent the spread of cholera at home and in your communities. ✅ Dispose your waste in designated areas. ✅ Keep sewers clear from refuse. ❌ Avoid open defaecation.

Tetanus and Diphtheria infections can be deadly to a pregnant woman and can cause the loss of the baby. Taking Tetanus and Diphtheria Immunization is important for all Pregnant women. #SupportImmunization

As the rainy season has started, ensure to practice proper environmental hygiene to prevent the spread of cholera at home and in your communities ❌Avoid open defaecation ✅Dispose of waste in designated areas ✅Keep sewers clear from refuse #StopCholera

Yesterday, the emergency committee for #mpox met and recommended to me that the outbreak no longer represents a public health emergency of international concern. I have accepted that advice, and am pleased to declare that mpox is no longer a global health emergency.

The 4day Social media and InfoDemic training @ Newton Hotels,Owerri powered by the NCDC and partners came to an end today. Much thanks to the wonderful NCDC facilitators for their great communication skills which enabled participants to learn a lot.

Welcome remark 1/2 “This years theme is hinged on 1) Political implication of health 2) Need for leaders to prioritize health 3) 10 years milestones (2018 - Appropriation of National Health Bill, #NAIIS, @NCDCgov Establishment Bill & 2022 - NHIS bill appeal state-level” #FHC2022

Weekly EOC meetings @ImoPHEOC .

Always great to catch up with dear colleagues from @NCDCgov at conferences, as they continue to lead health emergency preparedness & response at the national level.

Today, I was with Amb Kazuyoshi at the @JicaNigeria, Kakehashi Foundation & ABE-I send-forth for 39 students including @NCDCgov staff sponsored to study in Japan Immensely proud of all the students. I reminded them that this opportunity benefits not just them but also our nation

Today @ImoPHEOC began its 4days training with @NCDCgov on Subnational Public Health Operations Centre Network Suite(SPHEOCNET).This training is aimed at using the SPHEOCNET to identify, detect, prepare, prevent and handling public health programmes.

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