Every year many American children get vaccinated so they can
be protected from different viruses and illness. Meningitis vaccination is only
one of the many vaccinations offered to children in America. Meningitis is a
disease that causes swelling in the brain and spinal cord. This disease can
lead to deafness, learning disabilities and/or brain damage. While many Americans
are protected from meningitis, there remain some countries fighting every year
to avoid this disease. Many children and adults in Africa miss school and work because
they are afraid to get meningitis. An article titled “New
Immunization Effort Launched” talks about how vaccinations are available in 26
“at risk” countries. 430 million people within the targeted countries are
affected by meningitis. Each vaccination costs 50 cents in U. S dollars. Making
the vaccinations cost effective, helps protect those families who may not have
otherwise been able to afford the vaccination.
It is a relief to know that the World Health
Organization is devoting time in trying to protect as many as 430 million
families affected by meningitis. Parents who stayed out of work because of
their fear to contact meningitis can now continue working and supporting their
families. Children can continue to go to school to receive valuable education
about how to live in their culture. Making vaccinations available to developing
countries at a low price give that country a chance to grow. It can be very
cost effective to nurture an ill adult or child. Meningitis was hurting many
families especially in the targeted countries.
http://www.voanews.com/content/africa-meningitis-4oct12/1520404.html
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