Sierra Leone has intensified its Ebola surveillance and preparedness after confirming seven cases in Kenya, the National Public Health Agency (NPHA) said on Monday.
The NPHA says it is working with the Ministry of Health and other agencies to strengthen screening at Freetown International Airport and land border crossings, particularly for travellers arriving from the affected countries.
The agency urges travellers to provide accurate health and travel information and monitor their health for 21 days after arriving from affected areas.
It also advises the public to practise regular hand washing, avoid contact with the bodily fluids of infected persons and comply with travel health declaration requirements.
The NPHA calls on the public to remain calm shun misinformation and rely on official updates, noting that early detection and prompt reporting are crucial to preventing the spread of the disease.
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