Vaccination against meningitis – (Photo: Reproduction/ADSaúde)
Mato Grosso do Sul is facing an increase in the number of confirmed cases of meningitis, according to data released by the State Department of Health (SES/MS) this Wednesday (24). The meningitis fatality rate has been on an upward trend since 2020.
In 2018, the rate was 12.4 per 100,000 inhabitants, falling to 10.8 in 2019 and, surprisingly, to 9 in 2020. However, since then, the numbers have risen again, reaching 11.2 in 2021 and shooting to 18.3 in 2023.
Bulletin that was released this Wednesday (24)
This increase in meningitis records occurs despite vaccination coverage against the main pathogens of the disease. Vaccination data reveals an increase in coverage for BCG and Pneumo 10 vaccines, while vaccination for Meningo C and Pentavalente shows fluctuations over the years.
In relation to deaths from the disease, in 2022, pneumococcal meningitis was responsible for 55.5% of deaths, being the etiology with the highest fatality rate.
Confirmed cases of meningitis – (Photo: Reproduction)
The etiological profile of confirmed cases of meningitis in the State presented a variety of causative agents. In 2022, bacterial meningitis was the most prevalent, followed by unspecified meningitis and meningitis caused by other etiologies. This complex panorama requires a multifaceted approach to combating the disease.
Analyzing the distribution of confirmed cases by age group, the majority of cases are among children under 1 year old and adults aged 20 to 39 years old. Complete bulletin can be accessed at this link.
Vaccination coverage in MS – (Photo: Reproduction)
