Medically reviewed by Josephine Hessert, DO Key Takeaways Meningococcal meningitis spreads through saliva and requires close ...

A Neshaminy High School student has died after suddenly becoming ill with meningitis. Ryan Duffy was admitted to the intensive care unit at a hospital late last week, where he was diagnosed with ...

At least two Americans have died and 17 have suspected or probable cases of a potentially deadly infection linked to an outbreak at cosmetic surgery clinics in Mexico. The infected patients contracted ...

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 ...

A male University student was diagnosed with bacterial meningitis and transported to a local hospital on Monday night, the University announced Tuesday afternoon. University Health Services has so far ...

(LANGHORNE, Pa.) -- A Pennsylvania high school student died from bacterial meningitis, according to the local school district. Ryan Duffy, 18, a senior at Neshaminy High School in Langhorne, ...

Some long-term effects of meningitis might begin to become apparent during the acute phase of the condition due to brain or nerve damage—and these symptoms often persi ...