meningitis

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Essential Facts About Meningococcal Meningitis

June 27, 2019

What is meningococcal meningitis? Meningitis is a potentially deadly illness, especially for children and teens. Find out more.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC

Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z

Tagged with: bacterial meningitis, infectious diseases, meningitis, meningococcal meningitis
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Making Sense of Meningitis: Symptoms and Treatment

August 18, 2016

Meningitis is a dangerous infection of the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord. Learn about meningitis symptoms and treatment options.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Infectious Diseases

Categorized as: Family Health

Tagged with: infectious disease, meningitis
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