Gauahar Khan promotes meningococcal meningitis vaccination awareness

Actress Gauahar Khan has launched an awareness campaign regarding meningococcal meningitis in children, emphasizing the critical importance of timely vaccination. Through a video shared on social media, Khan highlighted that the disease can damage the outer lining of the brain and spine, potentially becoming fatal within 24 hours of the first symptoms appearing.

Khan urged parents of children aged nine months and older to consult with pediatricians about the disease and available preventive measures. She noted that while treating the illness can be difficult, prevention through vaccination is a highly effective and established method. The campaign aims to encourage proactive healthcare discussions to protect children from the rapid progression of the disease.