8 meningococcal disease cases in Chicago, including 4 fatalities, prompt health officials to monitor and recommend vaccination.
8 meningococcal disease cases in Chicago, including 4 fatalities, have prompted health officials to monitor the situation closely. The Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) reports an increase in cases since January 2023, with vaccination recommended as the best protection. The rare bacterial infection can cause meningitis and bloodstream infections and is transmitted through respiratory and throat secretions.
May 15, 2024
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