Meningitis is inflammation of the brain and spinal cord membranes, caused by infections such as viruses, bacteria, fungi, parasites, and amebas. Vaccines are crucial in preventing meningitis, particularly for teens and young adults. Despite vaccination, exposure may still require preventive antibiotics. Timely vaccination remains the best prevention method.
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Learn what to do if your child is exposed to someone with meningitis, especially if they are unvaccinated, or have been exposed to someone with Hib meningitis or meningococcal disease.
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Learn what to do if your child is exposed to hepatitis A, especially if they aren’t already vaccinated and protected.
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Talk to your pediatrician if your child gets exposed to mumps, even if you think he is up-to-date on his vaccines, as some kids need a third dose of the MMR vaccine during on-going mumps outbreaks.
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