📢#COVID19Nigeria UPDATE
NCDC has issued an advisory guiding Nigerians on the use of face masks
Recognising the need for guidance on #COVID19 prevention, we remain committed to keeping citizens informed on verified ways to stay safe
Read via
covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/resource/guide…
NCDC has issued an advisory guiding Nigerians on the use of face masks
Recognising the need for guidance on #COVID19 prevention, we remain committed to keeping citizens informed on verified ways to stay safe
Read via
covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/resource/guide…
NCDC recommends that masks are worn:
1. As an optional added layer of physical distancing while in crowded settings eg. markets
2. By the elderly with preexisting medical conditions eg. diabetes
3. In combination with social distancing, hand washing & cleaning surfaces
1. As an optional added layer of physical distancing while in crowded settings eg. markets
2. By the elderly with preexisting medical conditions eg. diabetes
3. In combination with social distancing, hand washing & cleaning surfaces
It is critical to ensure proper handling of masks. Improper disposal & frequent touching can increase risk of infection with the #COVID19 virus.
Please note, medical masks are best reserved for patients & healthcare workers who need them most.
#TakeResponsibility
Please note, medical masks are best reserved for patients & healthcare workers who need them most.
#TakeResponsibility
Due to the global shortage of medical masks, please make use of improvised options such as cloth masks.
Improvised masks can be used as long as they are properly washed regularly. They can be made out of cloth or other materials.
#TakeResponsibility
Improvised masks can be used as long as they are properly washed regularly. They can be made out of cloth or other materials.
#TakeResponsibility
