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Defeating meningitis by 2030 - an ambitious target
Brian Greenwood1, Samba Sow2, Marie-Pierre Preziosi3
1Faculty of Infectious and Tropical Diseases, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, Keppel St., London WC1E 7HT, UK.
Transactions of the Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene
|September 3, 2021
Summary
A global initiative, Defeating Meningitis by 2030, was developed to combat the high mortality and morbidity from acute bacterial meningitis. Achieving its goals requires significant funding and multi-institutional collaboration.
Area of Science:
- Global Health
- Infectious Diseases
- Public Health Policy
Background:
- Acute bacterial meningitis presents a significant global health challenge, particularly impacting lower-income nations.
- High rates of mortality and morbidity underscore the urgent need for effective control strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the strategic roadmap for the 'Defeating Meningitis by 2030' initiative.
- To establish a framework for a coordinated global effort to control and eliminate meningitis.
Main Methods:
- Formation of a dedicated task force in 2017 to address the meningitis problem.
- Conducting a baseline situation analysis to inform strategic planning.
- Development of a comprehensive roadmap for the 'Defeating Meningitis by 2030' initiative.
Main Results:
- A strategic roadmap, 'Defeating Meningitis by 2030,' has been prepared for official launch.
- The initiative requires substantial additional finances for successful implementation.
- Broad support from diverse institutions and skilled individuals is crucial for success.
Conclusions:
- The 'Defeating Meningitis by 2030' initiative represents a critical step towards reducing the burden of bacterial meningitis.
- Achieving ambitious meningitis control goals necessitates increased financial investment and collaborative partnerships.
- Sustained commitment and resource allocation are essential to defeat meningitis by 2030.
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