Sokoto State Ministry of Health said it has detected a rise in cases of Acute Hemorrhagic Conjunctivitis, commonly known as Apollo in the state.
The state Commissioner for Health, Hajiya Asabe Balarabe, who revealed this said the symptoms of the disease include sudden onset of red eyes, swelling pain and watery discharge which spread rapidly through contact with infected individuals and contaminated surfaces.
Hajiya Balarabe said to contain the spread of the disease, the ministry has been sensitizing the people on the need to strictly adhere to preventive measures.
She cautioned residents of the state to ensure good hygiene, avoiding sharing personal items, disinfect common surfaces, keep social distance and avoid touching the eyes.
The Commissioner added that the ministry is actively monitoring the situation and urged people to always report to outbreak of any disease to the ministry for prompt action.