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The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported an increase in cases of meningitis in Mali. Eight cases have been identified in the health district of Goundam in Timbuktu region in the north of the country. Eight cases is not considered an outbreak by WHO; further information is awaited.
(Via European Commission - ECHO Daily Flash 07/10/15 - accessed 08/10/15)
Vaccination against meningococcal meningitis is sometimes recommended for travellers to Mali.
Vaccination is dependant on an individual risk assessment but should be considered for travel to a region with a current outbreak/ongoing epidemic where close, prolonged contact with the local population is anticipated, particularly in overcrowded areas and during the high risk season.
