Management of Epidemic Meningococcal Meningitis (4th edition)

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This practical guide is designed for health professionals faced with an epidemic of meningococcal meningitis. It is divided into several chapters which cover: initial assessment and definition of an outbreak situation, epidemic response, including case management and vaccination, and evaluation and emergency preparedness. In addition, practical tools are presented in the appendices and on the CD-ROM, including films on rapid diagnostic testing for meningitis, and how to organise a mass vaccination campaign in emergency situations. Also available in French. This manual is also available on the internet at www.msf.org

Product Code: B/MEM
Author(s): C Danet, F Fermon, C Hewison
Format: Paperback book and CD
Publisher: Médecins sans frontières
ISBN: 2906498726
Year: 2008
Pages: 176

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