"Rising Threat: CDC Warns of Deadly Bacterial Illnesses in the US"
US health officials are warning of an increase in rare bacterial illnesses, particularly serogroup Y meningococcal disease, which can lead to meningitis and be deadly. Last year saw the most cases since 2014, with 422 reported, and 143 cases have been reported so far this year. The CDC recommends meningococcal conjugate vaccines for children around age 11 and a second shot at age 16, as well as for higher-risk individuals, such as those with HIV infection or other health conditions. Symptoms of the disease include high body temperature, head and upper body pain, nausea, vomiting, and more.
