What parents of teens need to know about meningitis
Doctors say vaccination is the best protection, as meningococcal disease can turn life-threatening within 24 to 48 hours and kill 1 in 10 patients.
- Vaccination is the best way to protect teens aged 11-23 against meningococcal disease as they return to school. Parents should schedule appointments before classes begin to ensure their children receive the recommended vaccines.
- Meningitis spreads quickly through close contact, including coughing, sneezing, and sharing drinks or utensils. Group settings like dorms and locker rooms create heightened transmission risks for students during the academic year.
- Symptoms can escalate rapidly, sometimes within 24-48 hours, and often mimic a cold or flu initially. Watch for fever, severe headache, stiff neck, nausea, and sensitivity to light as warning signs requiring immediate medical attention.
- One in 10 individuals who develop meningococcal disease will die from the infection. Survivors may face lifelong complications including brain damage, hearing loss, and limb loss.
- AmericasMeningitisAlliance provides resources to help parents review immunization records and identify missing doses. Local clinics can administer vaccines even if school has already started, ensuring continued protection.
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What parents of teens need to know about meningitis - The Mexico Ledger
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What parents of teens need to know about meningitis
(BPT) - It's back-to-school season. That means your schedule is packed with fall prep like gathering your child's school supplies, scheduling sports physicals, shopping for a new wardrobe and …
What parents of teens need to know about meningitis - Stateline Publications
(BPT) - It's back-to-school season. That means your schedule is packed with fall prep like gathering your child's school supplies, scheduling sports physicals, shopping for a new wardrobe and preparing to send your young adults to college. As you write down your to-dos, make sure to add one more item to your list: vaccinating your teen against meningitis.What is meningitis?Meningitis is inflammation of the membranes (called meninges) that surrou…
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