Meningitis Articles A-Z
Bacterial meningitis is a serious form of meningitis that requires immediate medical attention. This part of the eMedTV library offers an in-depth look at bacterial meningitis and its causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention.
Cochlear Implants and Meningitis
Researchers have seen that people with cochlear implants may be more likely to get bacterial meningitis. This eMedTV page examines the link between cochlear implants and meningitis, and provides an immunization schedule with age-specific information.
Until recently, Hib disease was a cause of serious (often deadly) infections in children under age five. This eMedTV resource tells you what you need to know about Hib, including information on its symptoms, transmission, and prevention.
Since the introduction of conjugate Hib vaccine, the incidence of Hib has declined by 98 percent. This eMedTV segment offers a look at the facts and figures pertaining to the Hib vaccine, including information on who should and shouldn't get it.
As this eMedTV article explains, meningitis is an infection in the fluid around the brain and spinal cord. It is often caused by a viral or bacterial infection. This Web page discusses the causes, symptoms, and treatment of meningitis.