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53 Health Workers Contracted COVID-19 In Edo, Says Govt
- The latest figures by the NCDC puts Nigeria’s cases tally at 83,830
- Nigeria has witnessed a spike in the number of fresh cases recorded daily since the second wave was declared
At least 53 healthcare workers have been infected with COVID-19 in Edo State since the federal government declared a second wave of the pandemic in December, the State Government has announced.
The State’s COVID-19 Incident Manager, Dr. Andrew Obi, disclosed who this during a meeting of the State Taskforce on COVID-19 on Thursday, said the state had recorded eight new cases and one death in the last 24 hours and added that the government will soon roll out more measures to halt the virus’ spread.
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“Since the second wave of the deadly disease, Edo State has recorded 447 confirmed cases out of which 53 are health workers. The State has also recorded 202 recoveries and 12 deaths from the disease,” he added.
He cautioned residents to observe all precautionary measures to guard against the spread of the infectious disease, including compulsory and proper use of face masks, regular handwashing with soap under running water and the use of alcohol-based hand sanitisers, observe physical distancing measures, and limit social events.
Dr. Obi urged residents with any COVID-19 symptoms to contact the Edo Emergency Operation Centre on the toll-free number 08003625000 for assistance or their nearest health facility.
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