Department of Health Services - Mombasa County

Ugonjwa Wa Virusi Vya Ebola

Dalili za Ebola hujitokeza kati ya siku 2 hadi 21 baada ya kuambukizwa. Ni muhimu kutambua dalili mapema na kutafuta huduma ya matibabu mara moja katika kituo cha afya kilicho karibu nawe.

Dalili za Ebola ni pamoja na:
• Homa kali ya ghafla
• Maumivu makali ya kichwa
• Udhaifu wa mwili na maumivu ya misuli na viungo
• Kutapika
• Kuharisha
• Upele wa ngozi
• Kutokwa au kuvuja damu kutoka sehemu mbalimbali za mwili

Jilinde na ulinde wengine kwa:
✔️ Kunawa mikono mara kwa mara kwa sabuni na maji safi
✔️ Kuepuka kugusa mtu mwenye dalili zinazoshukiwa kuwa za Ebola
✔️ Kuripoti visa vinavyoshukiwa kwa wahudumu wa afya mara moja

📞 Kwa maelezo zaidi au kuripoti dalili, piga 0732 353 535, 719 au bonyeza *719 #.

O God of all creation, Bless this our land and nation, Justice be our shield and defender, May we dwell in unity, Peace and liberty, Plenty be found within our borders. Happy 🇰🇪

Ebola is a deadly disease caused by the Ebola virus, spreading through contact with infected blood, fluids, or tissues. Early symptoms include fever, headache, fatigue, muscle pain, sore throat, which may worsen vomiting, diarrhea, and bleeding. Early detection and treatment improve survival. Call the hotline: 0732 353 535, 719, or *719 # for info.

Ebola spreads through direct contact with:
Blood or body fluids (such as saliva, sweat, urine, vomit, breast milk, or semen) of a person who is sick with Ebola.
The body of a person who has died from Ebola.
Objects contaminated with infected body fluids, such as bedding, clothing, needles, or medical equipment.
Infected wild animals, including fruit bats and some primates.

Ebola is a severe and often deadly disease caused by the Ebola is a severe and often deadly disease caused by the Ebola virus.
It spreads through direct contact with the blood, body fluids, or tissues of an infected person or animal.
Early symptoms include fever, headache, fatigue, muscle pain, and sore throat, which may progress to vomiting, diarrhea, and bleeding in severe cases.

Today, the School Health Technical Working Group (TWG), in collaboration with Reachout Centre Trust held an engagement that brought together key stakeholders to strengthen school health programs and promote the well-being of learners.

Discussions focused on enhancing child safety, health promotion, mental wellness, menstrual hygiene management, nutrition, and prevention of drug and substance abuse in schools. Together, we remain committed to creating safe, healthy, and supportive learning environments for every child.

We appreciate all partners and stakeholders for their continued collaboration and dedication towards improving the health and future of our learners.

Ebola virus disease signs and symptoms typically appear between 2 to 21 days after infection.

If you experience any of these symptoms, seek urgent medical attention from the nearest health facility.

📞 Call hotline: 0732353535, 719 or dial *719 # for more information.

Today, we joined the rest of the World in commemorating the international Menstrual Hygiene Day. Our County celebration was held at Bomu Comprehensive School in Changamwe Sub-County.

The event brought together learners, teachers, health stakeholders, and community partners to promote menstrual health awareness, dignity, and access to safe menstrual hygiene products for all girls.

Under the theme “Together for a ", we continue to break the silence, end stigma, and empower adolescents through education, support, and open conversations on menstrual health.

Together, we can create safe, supportive, and inclusive environments where every girl can thrive with confidence and dignity.

Jinsi ya Kuzuia Ugonjwa wa Ebola

Linda afya yako na ya jamii kwa:
✔️ Kunawa mikono mara kwa mara
✔️ Kuepuka kugusa maji maji ya mwili ya mgonjwa
✔️ Kuepuka kugusa miili ya waliokufa kutokana na Ebola
✔️ Kuripoti dalili mapema katika kituo cha afya

Afya yako ni jukumu letu sote. Tuchukue tahadhari dhidi ya Ebola.