Meningitis Education Center: Meningitis Risks and the Importance of Vaccination

Understanding Meningitis

Meningitis fast facts
Symptoms and warning signs
Meningitis and the body
Resources and organizations

Fighting Meningitis

What you need to know
What you can do
History of meningitis
Vaccination and protection
Talking to your child's doctor
Talking to your child

Getting Involved

Spread the word
Become an advocate
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VIDEO CORNER

Watch Dr. Dean Edell's Medical Breakthrough's video segment on the importance of vaccination in the prevention of Meningococcal Disease.

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