“Unprecedented Resurgence” – Unveiling the Alarming Rise of Meningitis in Young Adults
A study by the Institut Pasteur revealed a notable increase in invasive meningococcal disease in France post-COVID-19, with a shift in affected age groups and bacterial strains. This resurgence underscores the importance of adapting vaccine strategies in response to evolving public health challenges.A team of researchers from the Institut Pasteur utilized the National Reference Center for Meningococci’s database to analyze the progression of invasive meningococcal disease in France from 2015 to 2022. Their findings, which…