Minister of State for Health, Senator Olorunnimbe Mamora,
has cautioned Nigerians on the use of herbal products to protect themselves
from Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Mamora told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Forum on
Tuesday that there have been so many claims by some Nigerians that bitter kola
can be used to cure coronavirus.
He, however, warned Nigerians against using many herbal
drugs because none has proven to be effective.
“It is true that bitter kola has anti-viral properties, but
I am not sure how the anti-viral properties affect coronavirus.
“I have also heard of garlic, lemon, palm wine and even
chloroquine
“We caution against the use of so many herbal drugs because
science has a basis and there is a procedural process to laying claims to
whatever,’’ he said.
Mamora advised Nigerians not to panic, stressing that people
should allow themselves to be “ruled by facts, not fears”.
He said that the best prevention is to practice good
personal hygiene by washing hands under running tap water with soap or ash, as
well as the steady use of hand sanitisers.
Speaking on Lassa fever, the minister said that the disease
had reduced in the country.
“There are three functional control centres in Edo, Ebonyi
and Ondo. The country has the capacity to manage Lassa fever; more people are
recovering from it.
He advised Nigerians to practice good hygiene and also cover
their foods properly.
“With proper education, Nigerians will achieve a lot when it
comes to diseases management,’’ Mamora added.
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