Meningitis continues to be a major public health concern worldwide, with epidemics being reported in 2024.
In the U.S., the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently reported a significant increase in meningococcal disease cases, which causes severe inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord.
Based on preliminary data, as of March 8, 2024, there were 415 confirmed and probable cases of meningococcal disease in 2023 alone.
This is the highest number of cases reported in the U.S. since 2014.
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