Meningitis fast facts
Symptoms and warning signs
Meningitis and the body
Resources and organizations
What you need to know
What you can do
History of meningitis
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Meningitis fast facts
Symptoms and warning signs
Meningitis and the body
Resources and organizations
What you need to know
What you can do
History of meningitis
Vaccination and protection
Talking to your child’s doctor
Talking to your child
Spread the word
Become an advocate
Request materials
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: Fighting meningitis : History of meningitis
Meningococcal meningitis
has been known for over 100 years. It is only in the past several decades that medical science has found ways to prevent it. The timeline below includes some of the most important events in the fight against meningitis.
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