Nurses are now stationed at the airport in Anambra State as the government steps up its response to Ebola concerns. Health officials have also activated dedicated hotlines for residents to call with questions or to report suspected cases.
Alongside these measures, an official is warning the public to be careful about what they hear on social media and in community circles. Drinking or bathing with salt water, a rumor that has circulated during past Ebola scares in Nigeria, does not prevent infection. The official stressed this clearly and urged residents not to rely on unproven home remedies.
The message from health authorities is straightforward: call the hotlines, trust verified guidance, and skip the salt water. What they want residents doing next is worth watching closely.
Originally published by Premium Times.