the bacteria.
To be
directly exposed to its respiratory secretions.
Sharing objects that may be contaminated by saliva.
Unlike some highly contagious respiratory viruses, meningococcus is not generally transmitted as easily during brief, casual contacts.
However, people who have had close contact with a sick person may require preventive antibiotic treatment, even in the absence of symptoms.
This decision must be made quickly by healthcare professionals.
đź’‰ 7. How to reduce the risk of infection?
Prevention relies primarily on vaccination and certain hygiene measures.
đź’‰ Vaccination
There are several groups of
