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Nigeria Leads the Way with New Vaccine to Tackle Meningitis Outbreak

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Meningococcal disease describes infections caused by the bacterium Neisseria meningitidis (meningococcus). It carries a high mortality rate if untreated.

In a major breakthrough for global health, Nigeria has become the first country to receive a groundbreaking new vaccine aimed at combating meningitis outbreaks. Delivered by UNICEF, this shipment of the MenFive vaccine, funded by Gavi, Read More 

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