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Omg_why Is Our Minister Of Health Adewole Disgracing Us With Zika Virus In 9ja? by glacswhite: 1:24pm On Feb 23, 2016 |
Mosquitoes carrying Zika virus exist in Nigeria —Health Minister THE Minister of Health, Prof. Isaac Adewole, has said that the mosquitoes carrying Zika virus are in Nigeria and urged Nigerians to protect themselves by using mosquito nets. He also called on Nigerians to remain calm, be vigilant and report any suspected case of an acute febrile illness in pregnant women, in particular, to any nearest health facility. Adewole made this disclosure at a press briefing, yesterday, in Abuja, where he explained that the mosquitoes were active and flying, adding that they bite during the day and early morning. He said: “Nigerian scientists working in Western Nigeria in 1954 discovered Zika virus in Nigeria. Further studies in the years 1975 to 1979 showed that 40 per cent of Nigeria adults and 25 per cent of Nigerian children have antibodies to Zika virus, meaning they are protected against this virus. “Despite the fact that some Nigerians are immune to the Zika virus infection as demonstrated by previous studies, it is important and advisable that Nigerians should be careful and protect themselves from mosquito bites. “There is no vaccine for Zika virus, and no cure other than rest, plenty of fluids and perhaps over-the-counter medication to reduce fevers, aches and pains as previously mentioned. This, therefore, means that prevention is most effective means of preventing transmission. “I advise all Nigerians, particularly pregnant women, to avoid travelling to countries infected by this virus in these periods. If however, you are to visit any country where Zika virus is now being actively transmitted, you are advised to protect yourselves from mosquito bites. “Pregnant women considering travel to affected areas may wish to consult their health-care provider prior to travel and after return. They should also practice personal and household steps to prevent mosquito, including putting mosquito repellant on their clothes and skin, wear long sleeves and pants, and sleep underneath mosquito nets at night, where possible.” Source www.skynewsng.com/306 |
Re: Omg_why Is Our Minister Of Health Adewole Disgracing Us With Zika Virus In 9ja? by GworoChewinMaga: 1:30pm On Feb 23, 2016 |
This man is an ignoramus The Zika virus is endemic to west Africa and Africans have developed immunity over the virus. This ediot lost all respect from me after he claimed GEJ was responsible for lassa epidemic and when he gaffed big time in the national assembly during budget hearing where he claimed he knew nothing of th budget of his ministry he was invited to defend As I always used to say, God has given them power from where they will disgrace themselves. Useless fool |
Re: Omg_why Is Our Minister Of Health Adewole Disgracing Us With Zika Virus In 9ja? by Nobody: 1:32pm On Feb 23, 2016 |
What is your point here? Tell us how he is disgracing you? |
Re: Omg_why Is Our Minister Of Health Adewole Disgracing Us With Zika Virus In 9ja? by GworoChewinMaga: 1:35pm On Feb 23, 2016 |
The onl people that are prone to Zika ar northerners as the specie of mosquito which carries the Zika virus is limited to the south. Also, the northern gene pool which is more closely related to Caucasian genes are more likely to show symptoms. |
Re: Omg_why Is Our Minister Of Health Adewole Disgracing Us With Zika Virus In 9ja? by chriskosherbal(m): 5:59pm On Feb 23, 2016 |
I think he was just playing caution. |
Re: Omg_why Is Our Minister Of Health Adewole Disgracing Us With Zika Virus In 9ja? by glacswhite: 7:53pm On Feb 23, 2016 |
Abeg there is no Zika or Dika Virus in Nigeria...Why Creating such Bizarre Fear...their has been no Case not Even One so why say is in Nigeria... We Are in a very Difficult period and we need Goodnews for Gods Sake |
Re: Omg_why Is Our Minister Of Health Adewole Disgracing Us With Zika Virus In 9ja? by glacswhite: 7:56pm On Feb 23, 2016 |
We never Kill rat Finish that is Even Bigger...nw is Over to Mosquito that is Tiny...worst part is that Our Weather is so hot theirs no Electricity Local Insecticides can even kill human or cause more severe health problem |
Re: Omg_why Is Our Minister Of Health Adewole Disgracing Us With Zika Virus In 9ja? by glacswhite: 9:14pm On Feb 23, 2016 |
If their is a need for him to promote his office pls not with this type of news |
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