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By: DRASA ADMIN
Today we attended the launch of the Private Sector Engagement Strategy for Malaria Elimination (PSESP) in Lagos, Nigeria. Hosted by the Honorable Federal Minister of Health, Prof. Isaac F. Adewole; the National Malaria Elimination Programme (NMEP); and Alhaji Aliko Dangote Chair, Dangote Foundation and Malaria Ambassador, the event unveiled a new malaria eradication strategy for Nigeria. Why focus […]
By: DRASA ADMIN
Did you know tapeworms can cause seizures? NameTaeniasis/cysticercosis Transmission GeographyWorldwide, but mostly in Latin America, Eastern Europe, Asia and Africa Incubation Period Signs and Symptoms Taeniasis: symptoms can be mild and some people do not develop any symptoms at all Cysticercosis: Symptoms vary depending on the number, size, stage, and location of the cysts Diagnosis […]
By: DRASA ADMIN
No one likes having an upset stomach. The giardiasis parasite causes diarrhea and other unpleasant symptoms Name1Giardiasis also known as beaver fever Transmission GeographyWorldwide Incubation Period1 – 3 weeks Signs and Symptoms Some infected people have no symptoms, but typical symptoms include: DiagnosisLaboratory testing of stool samples TreatmentA combination of antibiotics and medications help decrease […]
By: DRASA ADMIN
Most people know this condition by its popular names pink eye and Apollo, but did you know there are many things that cause it? NameConjunctivitis also known as apollo, pink eye, and Madras eye Transmission GeographyWorldwide Incubation PeriodDepends on the cause but could be a few days to a few weeks Signs and Symptoms Conjunctivitis […]
By: DRASA ADMIN
The world has almost eliminated polio which has no cure and can permanently cripple or kill you NamePolio (full name: poliomyelitis) Transmission GeographyAfghanistan, Pakistan, Nigeria Incubation Period7 – 21 days Signs and Symptoms 72% of infected people do not have any visible symptoms but can pass the virus to others. Symptoms in the first 2 […]
By: DRASA ADMIN
Today, October 15th is Global Handwashing Day! To celebrate, we partnered with Ikeja Electric and Kleanmate to visit 6 schools and had more than 1,100 students all over Lagos state washing their hands at the same time. As usual, our goal was to use our #ItStartsWithMe campaign to educate students on the importance of handwashing as an […]
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