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NCDC Launches Contact Tracing After COVID-19 Case in Cross River

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has activated contact tracing measures following the confirmation of a new COVID-19 case in Cross River State. Health authorities say the swift response is aimed at preventing further spread and identifying individuals who may have come into close contact with the infected person.

According to officials, the confirmed case was detected through routine surveillance, prompting immediate isolation of the patient and deployment of response teams. The NCDC is working closely with state health authorities to trace, test, and monitor all identified contacts.

Residents have been urged to remain calm but vigilant, adhere to public health guidelines, and report any symptoms such as fever, cough, or difficulty breathing. The agency emphasized the importance of hygiene practices, including regular handwashing and the use of face masks in crowded places.

This development underscores ongoing concerns about COVID-19 resurgence and the need for sustained surveillance and community cooperation to limit transmission.