The Nigeria Centre for Illness Management and Prevention, NCDC has launched an investigation right into a mysterious sickness that has continued to set off in Kaduna, Sokoto and Zamfara states.
The well being company stated in an replace on its official web site that it’s at present analysing samples from affected people to find out the precise reason behind the unusual illness.
The NCDC disclosed that about 196 instances have to date been reported in Isa, Sabon Birni, and Ilella native authorities areas of Sokoto State, resulting in the dying of not less than seven individuals.
It added that “samples have been despatched to sister laboratories for additional evaluation.
“Studies of comparable instances in Zamfara additionally prompted the dispatch of a Nationwide Fast Response Crew, NRRT to evaluate and supply help.
“Residents, particularly in Kaduna State, are urged to promptly report signs akin to fever, stomach ache, vomiting and weight reduction.”
The general public company acknowledged that suspected heavy steel poisoning linked to mining actions additionally raised issues about environmental contamination.
“Publicity to heavy metals poses extreme well being dangers, necessitating preventative measures akin to avoiding direct publicity to mud and soil and implementing security requirements in mining operations,” it stated.
