Invasive meningococcal infections are associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Reporting and surveillance of these infections are intended to strengthen prevention efforts against this disease.
Describe the epidemiology of invasive meningococcal infections
Detect clusters of cases and unusual situations
Assess and monitor vaccination coverage
Promote vaccination against invasive meningococcal C infections for infants and adolescents
thematic dossier
Contagious diseases most often affect children at a very young age. Because children are particularly vulnerable, they are a priority target for vaccination programs.
