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Nigeria Runs Out Of Vaccine As Death Toll Hits 40

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June 22, 2024

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The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control says the country does not have enough vaccines as the death toll from the latest cholera outbreak hits 40.

According to the Director General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, Dr Jide Idris, Nigeria has placed an order for more cholera vaccines from donor agencies, even though the date of delivery is still unknown.

The NCDC boss stressed the need for the country to embrace the use of vaccines and other preventive measures to curb the spread of the acute diarrhoeal infection.

Cholera is a food and water-borne disease caused by the ingestion of the bacterium, Vibrio cholerae, in contaminated water and food.

No fewer than 4,364 people have died out of the 139,730 Nigerians suspected to have been infected with the disease across the country in the last four years, an investigation by Saturday PUNCH has indicated. The incidence rate was derived from an analysis of the weekly cholera situation reports released by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control between 2021 and 2024.

Recall that the NCDC recently alerted the public to the increasing trend of cholera cases across the country as the rainy season intensifies. In a statement signed by Idris on Thursday, June 13, 2024, the agency said that from January 1 to June 11, 2024, a total of 1,141 suspected cases, 65 confirmed cases, and 30 deaths from cholera had been reported from 96 local government areas in 30 states of the federation…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

The NCDC listed the 10 states that contributed 90 per cent to the burden of cholera as Bayelsa, Zamfara, Abia, Cross River, Bauchi, Delta, Katsina, Imo, Nasarawa, and Lagos. As of then, the Lagos State Ministry of Health said it had recorded 350 suspected cases of the disease in 29 wards across multiple LGAs with 17 confirmed cases and 15 fatalities attributed to severe dehydration caused by delayed presentation.

However, on Friday, the state Commissioner for Health, Prof Akin Abayomi, said the cholera incidence rate in the state had risen to 417 suspected cases, and 35 confirmed cases, with 24 deaths. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

In a post made on his Instagram handle on Friday afternoon, Abayomi said, “The situation report as of June 19, 2024, indicated 417 suspected cases, 35 confirmed cases, and 24 recorded deaths.”

“Let’s adhere strictly to personal and environmental hygiene. Let’s stay safe #ForAGreaterLagos.”

He said the cases were reported from the Agege, Badagry, Ikeja, Mushin, Ajeromi-Ifelodun, Epe, Ikorodu, Ojo, Alimosho, and Eti-Osa areas of the state.

Others he mentioned include Kosofe, Oshodi-Isolo, Amuwo-Odofin, Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos Island, Shomolu, Apapa, Ifako-Ijaiye, Lagos Mainland, and Surulere.

Also, the Ogun State Commissioner for Health, Dr Tomi Coker, told our correspondent on Thursday that the state had recorded one death and 14 cases.

This implies that in the last 12 days, the incidence rate of the disease in the country for this year had hit 1,222 suspected cases, 88 confirmed cases, and 40 fatalities.

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Shannen Doherty: Sad Statement From Her Publicist

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July 16, 2024

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Famous for her performances in the hit shows Beverly Hills, 90210 and the supernatural drama Charmed, Shannen Doherty passed away on July 13 at the age of 53 after being diagnosed with b/reast can/cer in 2015.

After Shannen Doherty was diagnosed with can/cer, she announced she was in remission in 2017. However, by 2019, the cancer had returned and metastasized…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>> READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

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A man is at a high school reunion with his wife

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July 16, 2024

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At a high school reunion, a guy and his wife are there.

… as the spouse continues to ogle a stunning inebriated woman sipping her gin at an adjacent table, drink after glass.

“Do you know her?” his wife asks as she turns to face him.

“Yes,” the husband moans. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

My ex-wife is she. I’ve heard that she started drinking shortly after our divorce seven years ago, and she hasn’t stopped since.

The wife exclaims, “My God!”

“Who would have thought someone could continue to celebrate for that long?”

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Here’s Why Prince William Wasn’t on Kate Middleton’s Side during Wimbledon Finals

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July 16, 2024

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Why did Princess Kate go to Wimbledon alone this weekend? Many royal observers found themselves thinking aloud about this subject. Hold your horses, for the answer is a combination of duty, timing, and a dash of sporting enthusiasm. Prince William and Kate went on separate high-profile events. Tennis fans were in for a treat when Middleton made a solo cameo in the Wimbledon men’s final on Sunday. But why wasn’t her royal counterpart by her side, casting the admiring glances we’ve come to expect? Find out.

Why Was Prince William MIA?

Princess Kate was expected to make a rare public appearance at Wimbledon following her last health scare. Kensington Palace revealed that she would be in the Royal Box at Centre Court to see the exhilarating spectacle. Carlos Alcaraz, the defending champion, faced battle against the legendary Novak Djokovic.

RF/ Middleton made a solo appearance at the Wimbledon men’s final on Sunday.

Furthermore, Kate would not only watch the match, but she would also be tasked with presenting the winner’s prize. Unfortunately, her presence was limited to Sunday’s men’s final. As a result, the Princess of Wales was not present to attend the women’s final between Jasmine Paolini and Barbora Krejcikova on Saturday. Since 2016, Kate has served as patron of the All England Club.

It’s a role that includes ceremonially passing over the trophies to the Wimbledon singles champions. However, the royal couple’s schedules clashed dramatically this year. The future Queen kept her Wimbledon commitments, but William had another sports event on his schedule. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

RF/ William was on duty at the Euro 2024 final match between England and Spain.

The future King was on duty for the Euro 2024 final between England and Spain. As President of the Football Association, he was required to attend the tournament in Germany. It was so vital that it prevented him from joining Kate at Wimbledon. Last year, the royal joined Kate as she presented Carlos Alcaraz with his first Wimbledon trophy.

Her children, Prince George and Princess Charlotte, were also present, adding to the event’s family atmosphere. Kate wasn’t completely alone this year, despite George’s noticeable absence. She brought along Princess Charlotte, who wowed everyone with her lovely blue polka-dot dress.