Meningococcal infection is an acute infectious disease that can cause outbreaks, with millions of cases and thousands of deaths reported worldwide. It is caused by Neisseria meningitidis, which is transmitted through respiratory droplets. The disease often appears suddenly, progresses rapidly, and has a high mortality rate if not detected and treated promptly. Surveillance and early detection of cases are crucial in reducing deaths from meningococcal infection, especially in identifying severe symptoms such as necrotic purpura and sepsis. While using vaccines is not available in vast populations, non-specific preventive measures have proven effective in reducing the number of cases.
