Apollo outbreak: Jigawa warns against sharing towels, cosmetics, eye drops

The Jigawa State Ministry of Health has warned residents, especially students and school personnel, against sharing personal items like towels and eye drops to contain the outbreak of acute viral conjunctivitis, known as Apollo. The Director of Public Health emphasized the importance of maintaining good personal and environmental hygiene, advising against close contact with individuals showing signs of infection. Students experiencing symptoms should immediately report to their teachers and seek care at a health facility.