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How does meningococcal meningitis spread?
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What is BRANDEX?
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Meningococcal bacteria are spread through close or extended contact with someone else's saliva, passing from person to person by:
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Sharing food, drinks, or utensils
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Coughing
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Sharing lipstick or lip balm
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Living in dorms
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Kissing
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Gatherings, like at nightclubs
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While most teens will not develop meningococcal disease, about 1 out of 4 teens can carry meningococcal bacteria, which can be passed from person to person.
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Some people may have these bacteria without showing symptoms. Most people never become sick, but they can still spread the bacteria to others.
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Cases of meningococcal disease in the US have increased since 2021.
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Talk to your teen's doctor about available vaccines to help protect your teen from all 5 leading types of meningococcal meningitis.
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Learn more about meningococcal meningitis:
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Get reminders to stay up to date with meningitis vaccinations.
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Even if your teen has already received a meningitis vaccine, they may not be fully protected. Starting at age 16, additional doses may be recommended to complete vaccination against all 5 leading types of meningococcal meningitis—A, B, C, W, and Y.
Sign up with YourNextDose Reminder Program to keep track of your teen's meningitis vaccine schedule.
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