Ebola: Lagos Alerts Residents, Calls For Precautionary Measures

Following resurgence of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) in some neigbouring West African countries like Liberia and Sierra Leone, Lagos State government has alerted the residents on the need to take precautionary measures to prevent the re-entry of the disease in the state and the country.The permanent secretary in the state Ministry of Health, Dr. Modele Osunkiyesi drew residents attention to the development while outlining strategies put in place by the state government at preventing the re-entry of the disease in the state after being certified free of Ebola on the 20th of October 2014 by the World Health Organisation.

Osunkiyesi explained that the Lagos State government in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Health and other stakeholders are maintaining relevant surveillance through Port Health Services and community surveillance activities in all local government areas.

While noting that the prevention of Ebola remains a shared responsibility by all citizens, Osunkiyesi stated that although there has not been any reported case of EVD in the state or the country, there is need for residents to take responsibility for their health.

She urged residents to observe the highest possible standards of personal and environmental hygiene through regular washing of hands with soap.