The Kogi State Government has confirmed two cases of cholera in the state.
The two cases were detected in Lokoja and Omala Local Government Areas
The confirmation was contained in a statement issued on Tuesday by the public relations officer of the state ministry of health, Dorothy Onoja
Consequently, the state government has constituted a cholera response team that would investigate reported cases, collect samples, and administer appropriate treatment.
It also unveiled comprehensive infection prevention tools as a quick response to ensure a cholera-free environment in the state.
The state Commissioner for Health, Abdulazeez Adeiza, stated this on Tuesday while inaugurating a response team expected to handle all related cases of possible cholera outbreaks in the state.
He said that Kogi State has been fortunate to have minimal impact from the current cholera outbreak, with two confirmed cases identified in Lokoja and Omala local government areas of the state.
One case has already been discharged, and the other is currently undergoing treatment, with no fatalities recorded, Adeiza stated.
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He said the Ministry of Health has implemented stringent surveillance protocols, provided extensive training to healthcare professionals, and conducted widespread awareness campaigns to combat the spread of the disease.
The commissioner stated that the ministry had equipped its healthcare workers with the necessary training and resources, to ensure a swift and effective response to any potential outbreaks in any part of the state.
While stressing the importance of community involvement, he noted that the government is collaborating with community leaders, traditional rulers and religious figures to educate the public on preventive measures against cholera.
He also urged the people to uphold good hygiene practices, such as regular hand washing and consumption of clean water among others.
The commissioner charged the constituted cholera response team- comprising healthcare workers, surveillance officers, and laboratory technicians, to thoroughly investigate reported cases, collect samples, and administer appropriate treatment to prevent its spread.
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