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how meningitis spreads and ways to stay protected

How Is Meningitis Spread and How Can You Stay Protected?

You might never think about meningitis until you hear about a case at a local school or university. Suddenly, a condition that felt distant starts to feel very real. Although meningitis is uncommon in the UK, it can spread through close contact in everyday settings such as family homes, shared accommodation and

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early stages of meningitis turning life threatening

How Quickly Can Meningitis Become Life-Threatening?

Meningitis is a serious infection affecting the protective membranes around the brain and spinal cord. In the UK, there were 396 confirmed cases of invasive meningococcal disease in 2022-23 — including 33 deaths — underscoring that this condition remains a critical public health concern. What makes meningitis especially dangerous is

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