Seven ways to reduce risk of infectious diseases
Infectious diseases are widespread and have almost become inevitable since they are caused by bacteria or viruses. The most dangerous thing about infectious diseases is the spread from one person (or object) to another. Diseases can make one uneasy and have the ability to disrupt one’s health and daily activities. Recently, certain infectious diseases have been on the rise. There have been reported cases of diphtheria, Lassa fever, cholera, and others with attendant deaths.
Infectious diseases are widespread and have almost become inevitable since they are caused by bacteria or viruses. The most dangerous thing about infectious diseases is the spread from one person (or object) to another. Diseases can make one uneasy and have the ability to disrupt one’s health and daily activities. Recently, certain infectious diseases have been on the rise. There have been reported cases of diphtheria, Lassa fever, cholera, and others with attendant deaths.
According to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, the number of confirmed cases of diphtheria disease recorded in Kano, Lagos, Yobe, and Osun states as of January 24 rose to 123 in the country with 38 deaths. Also, NCDC confirmed 105 Lassa fever cases and seven deaths this year. But with proper hygiene and precautionary measures, one can protect oneself from these diseases.
SOURCE- PUNCH
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