# Meningitis prevention and management in Brazil > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/meningitis-prevention-and-management-in-brazil > Updated: 2026-09-17T15:42:40.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2. Public health authorities in Brazil are implementing various measures to manage and prevent meningitis. In Cuiabá, officials reported 23 confirmed cases, noting that the rate of 3.32 cases per 100,000 inhabitants remains within the expected reference range and does not constitute an outbreak. To mitigate transmission, the Municipal Health Secretariat in Cuiabá has reinforced vaccination efforts through a national campaign, utilizing the Unified Health System (SUS) to provide meningococcal C and ACWY vaccines. Broadening the scope of prevention, the Distrito Federal is also utilizing the SUS to provide vaccines against major germs through over 170 health centers. Additionally, in Macaé, medical professionals have undergone specialized training organized by the Epidemiological Surveillance Coordination to improve the diagnosis and management of the disease, aiming to ensure rapid response and prevent severe complications. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-17: Brazil strengthens meningitis prevention and medical response Health authorities in Brazil are strengthening meningitis prevention through vaccine availability in Distrito Federal and specialized medical training for healthcare professionals in Macaé. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazil-strengthens-meningitis-prevention-and-medical-response ### 2026-08-19: Cuiabá reports 23 meningitis cases and reinforces vaccination efforts Cuiabá reports 23 confirmed meningitis cases, within normal epidemiological parameters, while reinforcing vaccination campaigns and public awareness regarding early symptoms and prevention. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cuiab-reports-23-meningitis-cases-and-reinforces-vaccination-efforts --- Cite as: Meningitis prevention and management in Brazil. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/meningitis-prevention-and-management-in-brazil