Sierra Leone has strengthened Ebola surveillance and preparedness measures after Kenya recorded eight confirmed cases, the National Public Health Agency (NPHA) has announced.
In a notice released on Sunday, the NPHA, working with the Ministry of Health, the Sierra Leone Civil Aviation Authority and other institutions, strengthened screening and surveillance at Freetown International Airport and official land border crossings, particularly for travellers arriving from affected countries.
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The agency urged travellers to provide accurate health and travel information and monitor their health for 21 days after arriving from affected areas.
The NPHA also advised regular handwashing, avoidance of contact with infected persons’ bodily fluids and compliance with travel health declaration requirements.
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The agency urged the public to remain calm, avoid misinformation and rely on official updates, stressing that early detection and prompt reporting are essential to preventing the spread of the disease.
- Sierra Leone has enhanced Ebola surveillance and preparedness following Kenya's report of eight confirmed cases.
- The National Public Health Agency (NPHA), alongside the Ministry of Health and Civil Aviation Authority, increased screening at Freetown International Airport and land borders.
- Travellers from affected countries are urged to provide accurate health and travel information and to monitor their health for 21 days after arrival.
- The NPHA advises regular handwashing, avoiding contact with the bodily fluids of infected persons, and compliance with travel health declaration requirements.
- The agency called on the public to stay calm, avoid misinformation, and rely on official updates to help prevent the disease's spread.
