ABSU SUG Director of Health Issues Urgent Memo on Cholera Outbreak

Comr. Aniogbu Victor Chinaemerem, the Director of Health for the Students' Union Government (SUG) at Abia State University (ABSU), has released an important memo urging students to take preventive measures to protect themselves and their community. This is coming in response to the recent and massive outbreak of cholera witnessed in Nigeria.

Here are the key highlights outlined by the memo:  

1. Maintain Personal Hygiene: Students are advised to wash their hands frequently with soap and water, particularly before eating and after using the restroom.

2. Drink Safe Water: It is crucial to ensure that drinking water is clean and safe. If the safety of water is uncertain, it should be boiled before consumption or students should opt for bottled water.

3. Observe Safe Food Practices: To avoid contamination, students should eat only freshly cooked food and avoid raw or improperly cooked meals, especially from street vendors.

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4. Maintain Sanitation: Keeping personal and communal spaces clean is essential. Proper waste disposal and immediate reporting of sanitation issues to authorities can help prevent the spread of cholera.

5. Recognize Symptoms and Act Fast: Awareness of cholera symptoms, such as severe diarrhea, vomiting, and dehydration, is crucial. Students experiencing these symptoms should seek medical attention immediately.

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6. Avoid Crowded Areas: To reduce the risk of infection, students are encouraged to avoid crowded places where cholera transmission could be more likely.

7. Educate Others: Sharing information about cholera prevention with fellow students can enhance community-wide efforts to control the outbreak.

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By following these guidelines, students can significantly reduce the risk of cholera infection and contribute to the overall health and safety of the ABSU community.

Cholera is an acute diarrheal illness caused by infection of the intestine with Vibrio cholerae bacteria. It is typically spread through contaminated water and food. Rapid loss of body fluids due to severe diarrhea and vomiting can lead to dehydration and shock if untreated. Hence, preventive measures and prompt medical treatment are essential.

The ABSU SUG Director of Health's proactive approach aims to educate and safeguard students against the cholera outbreak. Adhering to the recommended precautions can help prevent the spread of this disease and ensure a healthy environment for all students. For more information and updates on the cholera outbreak, students are encouraged to stay in touch with the SUG Health Department.

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