The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued a , wellness advisory , for health care providers as a result of the increase in the aggressive serogroup Y bacterial disease.
The bacterium Neisseria meningitidis causes bacterial disease. About 1 in 10 people are natural ships of the germs, and it can spread to others by sharing breathing secretions”, says , Dr. Matthew Binnicker, director of the , Clinical Virology Laboratory , at Mayo Clinic.
Serogroups B, C, and Y are the most common diseases in the United States, with ussr Y contributing to the majority of the recent surge in infections. Anyone can get infected with the bacteria, yet, young children, teens, people over 65, and anyone with HIV or defensive deficiencies tend to have the highest rates of pneumococcal disease.
Dr. Binnicker says not everyone who becomes infected will develop pneumonia, but for those who do, it can be significant. He asserts that public awareness of the disease and prevention from critical illness is crucial.
Preventing bacterial illness
” There are protective measures in words of , bacterial vaccines , that are available that can help reduce the severity of disease”, says Dr. Binnicker. He asserts that keeping up with treatments is crucial.
The CDC , recommends , all 11- to 12- season- adults get vaccinated with a booster injection at time 16. For those who are at a higher risk of infection, a booster for the bacterial conjugate vaccine is also suggested. Talk to your family doctor to find out if you and your family are current on treatments.
Pneumococcal disease can present in two forms: pneumonia and a circulation infection.
Meningitis signs:
• Fever
• Pain
• Stiff throat
• Discomfort and/or vomiting
• Sensitivity to light
• Uncertainty
Bloodstream disease symptoms:
• Fever
• Goosebumps
• Stress
• Vomiting
• Cool legs
• Extreme body pains
• Overdue- stage purple allergy
If you or a member of your family has signs, seek medical attention.
The condition can be difficult to detect. If suspected, a blood test or cerebrospinal fluid test may be taken and sent to a lab, for as , Mayo Clinic Laboratories,  , for screening.
Treatment may include antibiotics and support for any complications.
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