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Disease and Prevention Information - NMA - 0 views

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  • Meningococcal disease is a rare, sometimes deadly, bacterial infection.
  • lead to devastating complications such as hearing loss, brain or kidney damage or limb amputations.
  • Vaccination can help prevent meningococcal disease
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  • vaccination of adolescents and young adults because they have a higher risk for this infection than others
  • early signs and symptoms can resemble influenza or other viral infections.
  • moves so quickly it leads to death or disability within hours.
  • prevention is critical.
  • but it cannot prevent every case.
  • Vaccination provides the best chance of protection
  • “Meningitis” is an inflammation of the protective membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord
  • usually caused by bacteria or viruses, it can also be caused by injury, cancer or certain drugs
  • (Neisseria meningitidis). When these bacteria invade the brain and spinal cord, they cause meningitis.
  • bacteria can also poison the bloodstream.
  • it is called meningococcemia
  • “bacterial meningitis” or “meningitis” are often used to describe bloodstream infection even though there is a medical distinction between the terms.
  • Meningococcal disease is a rare, sometimes deadly, bacterial infection. It can strike quickly and lead to devastating complications such as hearing loss, brain or kidney damage or limb amputations
  • Meningococcal Disease” is an infection caused by a specific type of bacteria
arytman716

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  • Meningitis Facts
  • College freshman who live in residence halls are at higher risk for meningococcal disease compared to other people of the same age.
  • The risk for the disease among non-freshman college students is similar to that for the general population of similar age (18-24 years). 
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  • Know Your Risks, Learn About Vaccination
  • Mindful of this potential threat, a U.S. health advisory panel recommends that college students, particularly freshmen living in residence halls, learn more about meningitis and receive a vaccine that will reduce their risk of meningitis. 
  • Non-freshman college students who want to reduce their risk of infection should consider the vaccine also
  • What is meningococcal meningitis?
  • Meningitis is rare. 
  • But when it strikes, this potentially fatal bacterial disease can lead to swelling of fluid surrounding the brain and spinal column as well as severe and permanent disabilities, such as hearing loss, brain damage, seizures, limb amputation and even death.
  • Meningococcal meningitis is spread through the air via respiratory secretions or close contact with an infected person. 
  • How is it spread?
  •   This can include coughing, sneezing, kissing or sharing items like utensils, cigarettes and drinking glasses.
  • What are the symptoms?
  • Symptoms of meningococcal meningitis often resemble the flu and can include high fever, severe headache, stiff neck, rash, nausea, vomiting, lethargy and confusion.
  • Who is at risk?
  • Certain college students, particularly freshmen or transfer students who live in residence halls, have been found to have an increased risk for meningococcal meningitis. 
  • Other undergraduates living in College resident halls, who have not been recently vaccinated, should also consider vaccination to reduce their risk for the disease.
  • Can meningitis be prevented?
  • As with any vaccine, vaccination against meningitis may not protect 100 percent of all susceptible individuals.
  • The vaccine may be available from health care providers or county health departments.
  • For more information To learn more about meningitis and the vaccine, visit the Student Health and Wellness Center, ground floor Augustine Hall or call us at 631-4254. You can also get information at the CDC website
arytman716

Meningitis Information | Meningitis Now - 0 views

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  • Meningitis information
  • Meningitis facts
  • 10% of bacterial cases result in death.
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  • 15% of those who survive bacterial meningitis are left with severe after-effects such as brain damage, hearing and sight loss, and where septicaemia (blood poisoning) has occurred, loss of limbs and scarring.
  • Bacterial meningitis kills more UK children under the age of five than any other infectious disease.
  • Viral meningitis is usually less serious than bacterial meningitis but can still leave people with long-lasting after-effects, such as headaches, fatigue and memory problems.
kanderson956

Meningitis Disease Information - National Vaccine Information Center - 1 views

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  • The meningococcal vaccine has been found to be about 58 percent effective within two to five years after adolescents have gotten the shot
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    "The meningococcal vaccine has been found to be about 58 percent effective within two to five years after adolescents have gotten the shot "
yarelisfl

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  • After effects Most people who get meningitis and septicaemia survive, often without any after effects, but sometimes these diseases cause a range of disabilities and problems that can alter people's lives. After effects may be temporary or permanent, physical or emotional. People respond to their own situations differently, but frequently are unsure of what to expect after meningitis or septicaemia. Relatives and friends may also feel the need for information, because the person who is recovering often needs a great deal of support. Getting over meningitis or septicaemia can make major demands on people. Fortunately, many problems improve and disappear over time. After effects of meningitis Memory loss / difficulty retaining information / lack of concentration Clumsiness / co-ordination problems Residual headaches Deafness / hearing problems / tinnitus / dizziness, loss of balance Learning difficulties (ranging from temporary learning deficiencies to long term mental impairment) Epilepsy / seizures (fits) Weakness, paralysis or spasms of part of body (if permanent, sometimes called cerebral palsy) Speech problems Loss of sight/changes in sight
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    Symptoms of Meningitis
acerda265

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meningitis HSA challenge 1 second period college prevention

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  • College students, especially first-year college students living in residence halls, are at a slightly increased risk for meningococcal disease compared with other persons of the same age. Many states have adopted legislation requiring colleges to provide information on risks of meningococcal disease to incoming students and/or students residing on campus, and some have mandated vaccination for certain students, unless a vaccination waiver is provided.
  • College students, especially first-year college students living in residence halls, are at a slightly increased risk for meningococcal disease compared with other persons of the same age. Many states have adopted legislation requiring colleges to provide information on risks of meningococcal disease to incoming students and/or students residing on campus, and some have mandated vaccination for certain students, unless a vaccination waiver is provided.
  • First-year college students living in residence halls are recommended to be vaccinated with meningococcal conjugate vaccine
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  • within 5 years
  • The risk for meningococcal disease among non-first-year college students is similar to that for the general population. However, the vaccine is safe and effective and therefore can be provided to non-first-year college students.
arytman716

Viral Meningitis Facts and Information - Disabled World - 1 views

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HSA meningitis facts Challenge1

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  • Meningitis involves an inflammation of the membranes or, "meninges," that cover a person's spinal cord and brain.
  • Detail:
  • Meningitis caused by a viral infection is sometimes referred to as, 'aseptic meningitis,' and is serious, although rarely fatal in people with average immune systems.
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  • Additional and more rare causes of meningitis include parasites, fungi, and causes that are non-infectious such as ones related to drugs.
  • Symptoms in Infants:
  • Causes and Symptoms of Viral Meningitis
  • While different viral infections can lead to viral meningitis, the majority of people who get viral meningitis in America, especially during the summer or fall, get it because of the, 'enteroviruses.'
  • dditional viral infections that may lead to meningitis include herpesvirus, mumps, influenza, measles, and the varicella-zoster virus, which is the cause of both shingles and chickenpox.
  • The, 'lymphocytic choriomeningitis,' virus, a virus spread by rodents, is also a cause of viral meningitis, although it is rare.
  • he majority of people with viral meningitis recover on their own within a couple of weeks. Antibiotics do not help with viral infections and are not useful in treating viral meningitis.
  • Fever Irritability Poor eating Hard to wake up
  • Symptoms in Older Children/Adults
  • Nausea Stiff neck Vomiting High fever Sleepiness Lack of appetite Severe headache Trouble waking up Sensitivity to bright light
  • Diagnosing Viral Meningitis
  • Bacterial meningitis is another story – it can be extremely serious and may result in either disability or death if it is not treated quickly.
  • Finding the exact cause of viral meningitis can sometimes be achieved through tests that show which virus a person is infected with, although identifying the exact virus causing meningitis can be difficult.
  • Due to the fact that the symptoms of viral meningitis are similar to the ones of bacterial meningitis which is often more severe and has the potential to be fatal, it is important for people who are suspected of having meningitis to pursue medical care, and have their spinal fluid tested.
  • A diagnosis of viral meningitis is usually achieved through laboratory tests of a person's spinal fluid, gained through a, 'spinal tap.'
  • The Spread of Viral Meningitis
  • Following these good hygiene practices will help to reduce your chances of becoming infected with a virus, or giving one so someone else:
  • he mumps, varicella-zoster, and enteroviruses can also spread through either direct or indirect contact with respiratory secretions such as sputum, saliva, or nasal mucus from a person who has been infected
  • The viruses may also remain on surfaces for days, transferring from other objects, or spread directly when a person who is infected coughs or sneezes, sending droplets containing the virus into the air another person breathes.
  • The period of time involved from when a person first becomes infected until they develop symptoms is referred to as the, 'incubation period.' The incubation period for enteroviruses is between 3 and 7 days.
  • A person who is infected is commonly contagious from the time they first develop symptoms until they no longer experience symptoms. People with low immune systems and children might spread the infection even after their symptoms have disappeared.
  • Preventing Viral Meningitis
  • Following good hygiene practices can help you to reduce the spread of viruses like measles, mumps, herpesviruses, and enteroviruses
  • Preventing the various viral infections that are out there from infecting you involves some specific measures.
  • Preventing the spread of these viruses can be hard because people who have become infected may not seem to be sick and have the ability to spread them to other people
  • he different viruses that cause viral meningitis are spread in different ways. Enteroviruses, for example, are the most common cause of viral meningitis and are most often spread through direct contact with the stool of a person who is infected.
  • Clean Surfaces that are Contaminated:
  • Clean doorknobs, handles, the TV remote control – clean them with soap and water and then disinfect them with a bleach-based cleaning product or a solution of ¼ cup of bleach to 1 gallon of water.
  • Viruses that cause viral meningitis can spread through either direct or indirect contact with respiratory secretions; it is important to cover your cough with a tissue or at least your upper arm. Once you have used a tissue, throw it away. Wash Your Hands!
  • Cover Your Cough:
  • Things To Avoid:
  • Avoid sharing eating utensils, drinking glasses, or other items with people who are sick or others if you are sick. Avoid bites from insects and mosquitoes that have the potential to carry diseases that can infect you - it can help to reduce your risk for viral meningitis.
  • Vaccinations:
  • There are vaccinations that can help to protect children against some of the diseases that may lead to viral meningitis, such as the measles and mumps vaccine (MMR), and the chickenpox vaccine.
  • Wash Your Hands:
  • Wash your hands thoroughly, and wash them often. It is particularly important to wash your hands after using the toilet, changing a diaper, blowing your nose, or coughing.
arytman716

KNOW THE FACTS ABOUT MENINGITIS | Student Health Services - 1 views

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HSA meningitis facts

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  • KNOW THE FACTS ABOUT MENINGITIS
  • Recently several reports have appeared in the new media regarding a meningitis outbreak on a college campus.  Although no recent cases or outbreaks have been reported at Georgetown University, it is a good idea to know the signs and symptoms of possible meningitis, and when to seek medical care.
  • Signs and symptoms include:
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  • Sudden onset of fever, headache and stiff neck Nausea and/or vomiting Increased sensitivity to light, and/or mental confusion
  • Later symptoms of meningitis can be very severe.  Anyone who thinks they may have meningitis should seek medical care as soon as possible.
  • Vaccination against bacterial meningitis is a requirement of Georgetown University.  If it has been more than five years since you’ve been vaccinated, talk to your doctor about whether you should get a booster shot.  For more information about the “types” of meningitis and how they are diagnosed and treated, see the CDC website.
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      All the basic information. 
  • nflammation of brain and spinal cord membranes, typically caused by an infection.Rare20,000 to 200,000 US cases per yearSome types preventable by vaccineTreatable by a medical professionalSpreads by airborne dropletsRequires a medical diagnosisLab tests or imaging always requiredShort-term: resolves within days to weeks
maireewelch329

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  • Causes
  • auses a brain infection that is usually fatal. The parasite enters the body through the nose and is caused by
  • very rare form of parasitic meningitis that c
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  • the microscopic ameba (a single-celled living organism) Naegleria fowleri.
  • Risk Factors
  • Bodies of warm freshwater, such as lakes and riversGeothermal (naturally hot) water, such as hot springsWarm water discharge from industrial plantsGeothermal (naturally hot) drinking water sourcesSwimming pools that are poorly maintained, minimally-chlorinated, and/or un-chlorinatedWater heaters. Naegleria fowleri grows best at higher temperatures up to 115°F (46°C) and can survive for short periods at higher temperatures.2, 3SoilNaegleria fowleri is not found in salt water, like the ocean.
  • Prevention
  • Infection is rare and typically occurs when people go swimming or diving in warm freshwater places, like lakes and rivers. Very rarely, infections have been reported when people submerge their heads, cleanse their noses during religious practices, or irrigate their sinuses (nose) using contaminated tap or faucet water. Naegleria fowleri can grow in pipes, hot water heaters, and water systems, including treated public drinking water systems.
  • Naegleria fowleri infects people when water containing the ameba enters the body through the nose.
maireewelch329

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meningitis information

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  • usually diagnosed with a lumbar puncture.
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Challenge1 influenza prevention

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  • respiratory disease
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      Spread through the air.
  • swine triple reassortant (tr) H1N1 influenza virustrH3N2 virustrH1N2 virus
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      Main flu virus spreading in pigs in america.
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Prevention of Meningitis

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      Articles for teens and their risk against Meningitis and informs them about what they can do to prevent from getting it and what life style factors and choices they need to stay away from so they dont get Meningitis.
  • teenagers and young adults are at greater risk of getting meningococcal disease
  • 10% of the 500 to 1200 Americans who get meningococcal meningitis each year will die
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  • Sharing drinking glasses, eating utensils, or water bottles Being in crowded situations for prolonged periods of time Kissing Not getting enough sleep Smoking (or being exposed to smoke) Living in close quarters (eg, dormitories, boarding schools, sleep-away camps)
  • Meningococcal Meningitis Vaccination
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Meningitis HSA Challenge1 EnglishII

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      This article is describing what meningitis, the prevention of it, and a warning of when you should not take the vaccination.  
  • 70% of bacterial meningitis cases.
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  • Early symptoms of meningitis may include: High fever Rash Vomiting Severe headache Neck stiffness Lethargy Nausea Sensitivity to light
  • Prevention
  • mmunization against bacteria strains A, C, Y, and W-135,
  • dangerous swelling of the fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord
  • protected 100% after receiving the immunization.
  • (warmth, redness, swelling, or soreness) a
  • 2 days.
  • should NOT get the meningitis vaccine if you have:
  • A serious, active infection Hypersensitivity or allergy to thimerosal (a preservative used in eye drops and vaccines) If you are or planning to become pregnant
  • atal meningitis to below 15%, a
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