How many people get pneumococcal meningitis?

Pneumococcal meningitis is relatively uncommon, with an estimated incidence of about 3 to 5 cases per 100,000 people annually in developed countries. However, this incidence can be higher in certain populations, such as infants, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Global estimates suggest that there are hundreds of thousands of cases each year, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Vaccination has significantly reduced the incidence of the disease in many regions.