MENINGOCOCCAL DISEASE VS THE VACCINE There are about 500 cases yearly in the US of meningococcal disease. Strains A, C, W, and Y are in the vaccine given to 11 year olds and type B is included in the vaccine given at 16 years old. While meningococcal disease can be severe, it is quite rare. The absolute risk reduction coming from vaccination is minimal when compared to the average 11-year-old‘s actual risk of getting meningococcal disease: a one in 1 million chance. In order to protect against o

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KNOW THE SYMPTOMS | We are reminding the community to be alert for the symptoms of meningococcal disease, following two recent cases on the Central Coast. Symptoms include: • Severe, unexplained limb pain • Difficulty waking up • High pitched crying in babies • Severe headache • Upset by bright lights • Stiff neck • Red-purple rash which doesn’t disappear when pressed with a glass. Remember, the rash does not always appear, so don’t wait for a rash to seek treatment. Children under five, or peop