As part of efforts to safeguard public health, the National Orientation Agency has launched a nationwide awareness campaign to educate Nigerians about Human Metapneumovirus.
This was contained in a statement signed by the Deputy Director of the Agency, Paul Odenyi, on Monday.
According to the statement, the Director of Health and Social Care at the NOA, Dr Olufemi Ayoola, stated that the campaign is a proactive measure aimed at ensuring Nigerians are well-informed about the virus and ways to prevent its spread.
He clarified that there are no reported cases of HMPV in Nigeria and urged the public not to panic but to maintain good hygiene practices.
Ayoola advised people to adhere to basic preventive steps, including regular hand washing, wearing nose masks in crowded places, and avoiding close contact with sick individuals.
Human Metapneumovirus, is a respiratory virus that presents flu-like symptoms such as cough, fever, nasal congestion, and sore throat. The virus primarily spreads through respiratory droplets from coughing or sneezing and by contact with contaminated surfaces.
The groups most at risk include children under five, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems. While there is no known cure for the virus, preventive measures and adherence to protocols can significantly reduce the risk of infection.
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