As a result of the outbreak of meningitis in the region, the upper West in Ghana died 16 people.
The head of the Health Department of the Upper West Damien Panguir told local television that 129 cases of meningitis were identified in the region.
According to him, at present 29 people undergo treatment in connection with the detection of symptoms of meningitis.
Despite the efforts of health workers, the number of cases of the disease continues to grow every week, he noted.
Panguir explained that in the region there is usually an increase in cases of meningitis in the dry season due to hot and windy weather.
meningitis – the most severe disease with high mortality, which can cause serious long -term complications. It remains one of the most serious health problems in the world.
According to the World Health Organization, the epidemics of meningitis are celebrated around the world, especially in the countries of Africa south of Sahara. Many microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites.
can be of meningitis causative agents.
Bacterial meningitis causes special concern. This type of meningitis dies approximately every tenth patient, and every fifth develops severe complications.
The most effective way to ensure long -term protection against the disease is safe and inexpensive vaccines.