👉 Imagine you have a group of friends who all have different types of meningococcal bacteria. Each one has its own unique set of symptoms that can be quite alarming at first.
For instance, Group A is the most common type of meningococcal infection and is caused by a specific strain of bacteria called Y. It's usually mild, but if left untreated, it can lead to severe complications like meningitis. Group B is more severe and can cause pneumonia, meningitis, or even death. It's often spread through contaminated water or food. Group C is the most common type of meningococcal infection that affects children. It's caused by a strain called A. This strain can be very painful but usually doesn't lead to serious complications like meningitis. Group W is the only vaccine in the world that has been approved for use on humans, and it's specifically designed to protect against Group A, B, C, and W strains of meningococcal bacteria. Now let's say you're at a party with your friends who are all getting their meningococcal vaccines. You can't help but feel a sense of excitement and anticipation as you watch the process unfold. But just when you think it might be over, something unexpected happens. As the shots start to go in, one by one, the faces on the table become pale and clammy. The vaccine seems to have taken hold and is spreading through the bloodstream like wildfire. You can feel your heart race
