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Meningococcal disease fact sheet
Meningococcal disease is caused by a bacterial infection and can lead to serious illness.
It is uncommon in NSW and occurs more often in winter and spring.
Infants, small children, adolescents and young adults are most at risk. Early treatment is vital.
The fact sheet includes information about symptoms, prevention, and treatment.
- Organisation:
- NSW Health
- Topic:
- Children's health, Young people, Infections, Immunisation
- Target audience:
- General, Parents or carers
- Service area:
- NSW
- Published:
- August 2024
- Last reviewed:
- April 2025
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Meningococcal disease fact sheet
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