Meningitis Foundation Canada

🚨🦠 Dangerous bacterial infection hits highest level in Canada in over a decade 🇨🇦

Cases of invasive meningococcal disease (IMD) are rising across the country, with more than 150 cases reported in 2025 — the highest in over 10 years.

⚠️ This rare but serious infection can lead to:
🧠 Meningitis (brain inflammation)
🩸 Blood infections (sepsis)
⚡ Rapid health deterioration
💔 Long-term disabilities or even death

👶 Young children and teens are among the most at risk
📈 Cases have been increasing steadily since the pandemic

Health experts say the disease is unpredictable and can worsen quickly — early symptoms may seem mild but can escalate fast.

💬 Stay informed. Know the symptoms. Don’t ignore warning signs.

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