Meningitis news

Here are some recent news articles and updates on meningitis:

Outbreaks and Epidemics

• Meningitis outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo: According to the World Health Organization (WHO), a meningitis outbreak has been reported in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with over 1,000 cases and 100 deaths reported as of February 2023. (Source: WHO)
• Meningitis outbreak in Somalia: A meningitis outbreak has been reported in Somalia, with over 1,000 cases and 50 deaths reported as of January 2023. (Source: WHO)
• Meningitis outbreak in the United States: In December 2022, a meningitis outbreak was reported in the United States, with cases reported in several states, including California, Florida, and Texas. (Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC))

Vaccines and Prevention

• New meningitis vaccine approved in the United States: In November 2022, the FDA approved a new meningitis vaccine, Menveo, for use in individuals aged 2 months to 55 years. (Source: FDA)
• Meningitis vaccination campaign in Africa: The WHO and other partners have launched a meningitis vaccination campaign in several African countries, including Chad, Mali, and Niger, to prevent outbreaks. (Source: WHO)
• Meningitis prevention and control in schools: The CDC has released guidelines for preventing and controlling meningitis outbreaks in schools, including recommendations for vaccination, hygiene, and isolation. (Source: CDC)

Research and Treatment

• New treatment for meningitis: Researchers have developed a new treatment for meningitis that uses a combination of antibiotics and a molecule that helps to reduce inflammation. (Source: Science Daily)
• Meningitis diagnosis and treatment: The CDC has updated its guidelines for diagnosing and treating meningitis, including recommendations for laboratory testing and antibiotic treatment. (Source: CDC)
• Meningitis research funding: The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has awarded funding to researchers to study meningitis, including the development of new vaccines and treatments. (Source: NIH)

Other News

• Meningitis awareness month: November is Meningitis Awareness Month, with organizations and individuals around the world raising awareness about the disease and promoting prevention and control measures. (Source: Meningitis Research Foundation)
• Meningitis survivor shares story: A meningitis survivor has shared her story, highlighting the importance of vaccination and early treatment in preventing serious illness and death. (Source: CNN)

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