Invasive meningococcal disease is caused by the bacteria Neisseria meningitidis. It is an uncommon, but serious disease spread through close contact with someone who has the bacteria in their nose and mouth (e.g., kissing or sharing items). It can lead to swelling of tissues surrounding the brain (meningitis) or bloodstream infection and causes complications such as hearing loss, amputations, and death. Prompt medical attention and treatment are needed, as meningococcal infections can progress quickly.
Local Information
2023 Statistics
Incidence rate is the number of new cases of disease divided by the number of persons at risk for the disease during a particular time period.
Cases:
0*
*Includes confirmed and probable cases in 2023.
Incidence rate per 100,000 in 2023: 0
Incidence rate per 100,000 of Invasive Meningococcal Disease by year
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More Information about Invasive Meningococcal Disease |
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Reporting |
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Report to the Health Unit immediately by phone at 705-474-1400 or toll free at 1-800-563-2808, ext. 5229 if invasive meningococcal disease is suspected or confirmed as per Ontario Regulation 135/18 and amendments under the Health Protection and Promotion Act, R.S.O., c.H.7. |
Should one go to childcare, school, or work if they have invasive meningococcal disease? |
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Individuals diagnosed with meningococcal infection should remain at home until at least 24 hours after starting appropriate antibiotics. If a person who is diagnosed with meningococcal infection is admitted to hospital, isolation precautions will be implemented until at least 24 hours after beginning and complying with appropriate antibiotics. Note: Exclusion guidelines may differ for healthcare workers. Follow the direction of your healthcare provider, public health case manager, or occupational health at your workplace. |
Vaccine Information |
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Invasive meningococcal disease due to serogroups A, B, C, W, and Y is preventable by vaccination. Check your vaccination records or call the Vaccine Preventable Diseases program at 705-474-1400 or toll free at 1-800-563-2808, ext. 5252 to book a vaccination appointment. |
Healthcare Provider Information |
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Public Health Ontario: Invasive Meningococcal Disease Public Health Ontario: Neisseria Meningitidis - Real-time PCR Public Health Agency of Canada: Invasive Meningococcal Disease: For Health Professionals Public Health Agency of Canada - Meningococcal Vaccines: Canadian Immunization Guide Infectious Disease Protocol, Appendix 1: Meningococcal disease, invasive |
Contact our Communicable Disease Control (CDC) program at 705-474-1400 or toll free at 1-800-563-2808, ext. 5229, or by email to cdc@healthunit.ca for more information.
Last updated: August 2024, by CDC