The array of vaccines that have become widely available to help protect kids against meningitis in recent decades has shifted the epidemiology of the disease. Perhaps the most stark change is evident ...

Meningitis is inflammation of the fluids surrounding the brain and spinal cord that usually develops due to an infection. Type C meningitis is a type of bacterial meningitis caused by the bacteria ...

When it comes to bacterial infections, bacterial meningitis may not be the most common one, but it is certainly among the most serious. "The most worrisome part of bacterial meningitis is the ...

Viral is the most common, but other types are more dangerous ...

Vaccinations are available to prevent several types of meningitis, and staying up-to-date on recommended vaccines and boosters is crucial for protection. Practicing good hygiene, such as frequent ...

The innovative NEOSONICS ultrasound-based tool non-invasively identifies infant meningitis cases with 94% accuracy, potentially transforming current screening protocols based on lumbar punctur ...

Longtime Kansas City Star health care reporter Andy Marso almost lost his life to the preventable disease. This puts an unbearable burden on parents and doctors. Star file photo There are very few ...