Meningococcal Infection
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Meningococcal disease is a severe infection cased by a bacterium called Neisseria meningitidis.
Since the introduction of routine meningococcal immunization, the rates of meningitis in children have steadily declined.
In 2010, there were only 3 cases in persons 18 years of age and younger and a record low 10 cases overall in BC. |
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Last Updated: March 13, 2012