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Ogun Introduces Measures To Prevent Cholera Outbreak In Schools

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June 20, 2024
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Ogun State Government has announced new measures to prevent the spread of cholera to schools in the state.

The measures which were
announced on Wednesday will take effect from June 19.

Consequently all school heads have been directed to ensure good health and safety of all learners and staff to prevent the spread of cholera within the school communities.

Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Prof. Abayomi Arigbabu, announced the preventive measures in a statement on Wednesday.

Schools in the state resumed from the mid-term break and the Eid-el-kabir holiday on Wednesday, June 19.

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Some of the measures according to Arigbabu include : ” comprehensive health talks on cholera prevention among learners and staff, including information on symptoms, transmission routes, proper hand hygiene, and safe drinking water practices;

“Ensure availability of clean water and soap for hand washing in school premises;

“Encourage regular handwashing, especially before eating and after using the restroom;

“Promote the use of hand sanitisers with at least 60% alcohol content as a support to hand washing;

“Regularly inspect and maintain water sources within school premises to ensure that they are safe for drinking;

“Instruct learners and staff to consume only boiled or chlorinated water and avoid consuming raw or unwashed fruits and vegetables;

“Maintain clean and hygienic school environments, including proper disposal of waste and regular cleaning of toilets and common areas;

“Collaborate closely with local health authorities and follow their guidelines for cholera prevention and control measures;

“Ensure safe food preparation by making sure that they are properly cooked and covered when not consumed immediately;

“Monitor closely the food vendors and ensure that they collect letters from health facilities certifying their fitness for the job;

“Designate Health Officers within the school to monitor learners and staff for any symptoms of cholera (like frequent watery stooling, etc) and report any suspected cases immediately to the nearest Health Care Centre and ot the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology.”

“By adhering strictly to these preventive measures and maintaining a high level of vigilance, we can collectively safeguard our health and well-being during this critical period,” the statement added.     (vitalnewsngr.com)

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