Nigeria launches Men5CV vaccine against meningitis strains

news-medical.net — April 15, 2024 at 01:00 PM UTC

Nigeria launches Men5CV vaccine, protecting against 5 meningococcus strains. 1742 meningitis cases, 153 deaths in 7 states. Vaccine rollout targets 1 million aged 1-29. WHO aims to eliminate meningitis by 2030. UK government crucial in vaccine development. Gavi supports rollout. New vaccine offers broader protection than current ones in Africa. Summit in Paris to accelerate progress towards eliminating meningitis by 2030.

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