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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In addition to avoiding people who are sick with the flu, see your pediatrician as soon as possible if your younger, high risk child is gets sick after being exposed to someone with the flu.
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