symptoms observed in Ode-Irele, where a strange ailment broke out,
bear no resemblance to those associated with the Ebola Virus Disease
or any known epidemic disease.
Governor Mimiko made the statement during a statewide broadcast on the
strange ailment which has killed about 17 people in the last few days.
The Governor added that investigations thus far have been in
conjunction with development partners, the World Health Organisation
(WHO) and from the report sent to the Nigeria Centre for Disease
Control. There are no new cases of the ailment in the last 48 hours
and none in the hospital.
He further stated that trained volunteers for active surveillance and
case management have been deployed, while advocacy and sensitization
efforts are ongoing in print and on electronic media.
Governor Mimiko further said that the final laboratory results of
cerebro spinal fluid, blood and urine specimens of victims taken for
examination are being awaited as this would help in surmounting the
challenge as soon as possible.
The Governor equally advised the people of Ondo State to adhere to
strict demands of hygiene such as regular washing of hands and
covering of mouths while sneezing.
--ChannelsTV
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