Meningitis is an inflammation of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord. It has three main causes: bacterial, viral, and fungal, each requiring a different treatment approach.

Two Upstate students have died following complications with bacterial meningitis and meningococcemia. One of the students was a 12-year-old named Ansley "Payce" Chappell, a seventh grader who attended ...

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 ...

Several alcohol pads that may cause meningitis have been recalled. Feb. 14, 2011 — -- After complications from surgery to remove a benign cyst near his brain and spine, 2-year-old Harrison ...

Health officials have urged parents to ensure their children are vaccinated following a spike in meningitis cases. In 2024/25 ...

Meningitis can cause life-threatening sepsis and result in permanent damage to the brain or nerves if not treated quickly ...

London: Children and young adults, particularly university students, face an increased risk of meningococcal meningitis and ...