LASUTH Management On High Alert Amid Cholera Outbreak
After five fatalities and numerous hospitalizations due to a gastroenteritis outbreak (cholera) in Lagos state, LASUTH is on high alert and has enacted preventative measures in response.
Confirming the heightened state of readiness, the health institution’s management affirmed that all personnel are ready for a potential surge in cases. Additionally, the hospital is actively advocating for good hygiene practices, ensuring access to clean water, and efficiently treating individual displaying symptoms of gastroenteritis.
In a statement released via its official handle @LASUTHIkeja on Wednesday morning, the health facility urged Lagosians to stay informed and adopt preventive measures to curb the transmission of the disease.
The statement reads: “This is to inform the general public that precautionary measures have been put in place by the management of Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, LASUTH concerning the cholera outbreak in Lagos.
“It’s on record that scores of patients presented yesterday, Tuesday 11th June 2024 to some healthcare facilities across the state with features in keeping with cholera.
“Consequently , it is important to inform the general public that the only state-owned tertiary healthcare facility, LASUTH, is on red alert and our healthcare workers as well as other stakeholders have been put on notice in readiness for a possible spread as ours is a referral facility.
“In addition, good hygiene practice, provision of clean water at all service points and effective treatment of those presenting with symptoms of gastroenteritis are part of some measures being put in place by the management.
“Lastly, everyone is encouraged to stay informed and take preventive measures to help mitigate the spread of the disease.”
