Meningococcal ACWY vaccine

Meningococcal disease is a serious illness caused by a type of bacteria called Neisseria meningitidis. It can lead to meningitis (infection of the lining of the brain and spinal cord) and infections of the blood. Meningococcal disease often occurs without warning\u2014even among people who are otherwise healthy.Meningococcal disease can spread from person to person through close contact (coughing or kissing) or lengthy contact, especially among people living in the same household.There are at least 12 types of N. meningitidis, called \u201cserogroups.\u201d Serogroups A, B, C, W, and Y cause most meningococcal disease.1. Why get vaccinated? -- 2. Meningococcal ACWY Vaccine -- 3. Some people should not get this vaccine -- 4. Risks of a vaccine reaction -- 5. What if there is a serious problem? -- 6. The National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program -- 7. How can I learn more?201