Meningitis, bacterial

Meningitis, bacterial Bacterial meningitis is an inflammation of the meninges (the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord). It is caused by bacteria and is a life-threatening condition that requires immediate medical treatment.

How Do You Get Infectious Mononucleosis - the 'Kissing Disease'? Infectious mononucleosis (or "mono" for short) is an infection that is transmitted through the saliva. Because of this, it has been referred to as 'the kissing disease'...

Immunizations are key to health of all children Why should our children receive immunizations? This question is heard in the media, in some of our state legislatures and in federal hearings. The answer is clear: Immunizations improve health and save lives...

No Simple Answers On Meningitis Vaccine In January, Boston University senior Julia Kenna went to BU Health Services because she thought she had a migraine...

Experts Recommend Meningitis Vaccine For College Freshmen An advisory committee to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Wednesday recommended that college freshmen be vaccinated against bacterial meningitis...