Monday, November 23, 2009

meningitis

Actress Helps Promote New Campaign for Meningitis Vaccine

Rare, often deadly, infection tends to strike young adults, expert says more >>

Strep B Seems to Trick Immune System

Finding could lead to better treatment of sepsis, meningitis in newborns more >>

Supply of Key Children's Vaccine Almost Back to Normal

CDC says production shortfalls that limited booster shots nearly over; Hib can cause bacterial meningitis more >>

Confirmed: Meningitis Caused Death of West Virginia Student

A test of the 19-year-old's spinal cord confirms suspicions. more >>

Meningitis Suspected in West Virginia Student's Death

After a 19-year-old's death Monday, 30 other students are treated with antibiotics. more >>

Antibiotic-Resistant Meningitis Reported in U.S.

Health officials worry that overuse of antibiotics may be to blame more >>

Meningitis Vaccine Seems to Work Like a Charm

Study finds it has led to a considerable reduction in infection rates more >>

Many Vaccines for Adults

Almost a dozen disease-preventing shots are routinely recommended for healthy adults. more >>

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