Two Upstate students have died following complications with bacterial meningitis and meningococcemia. One of the students was ...

What causes meningitis? In the United States, viral infections are the leading cause of meningitis, followed by bacterial infections and, rarely, fungal and parasitic infections.

A TEEN boy suddenly died after waking up with symptoms of fast-moving illness. William Hand, who was only 14 years old, was “known for his infectious smile” and “playful banter”, an ...

A TEEN boy suddenly died after waking up with symptoms of fast-moving illness. William Hand, who was only 14 years old, was “known for his infectious smile” and “playful banter”, an ...

Your child's forehead feels warm. You reach for the thermometer and see the numbers climbing. Your heart starts racing as a dozen questions flood your mind. Should you rush to the emergency room? Call ...

Meningococcal Vaccination: The bacteria usually causes a meningitis - inflammation of the lining around the brain and spinal cord - or a bloodstream infection, called septicemia or sepsis. But ...

Doctors are sounding the alarm over the little-known symptoms of deadly meningitis, following the sudden death of a teenage boy just days after he caught the infection.

Meningitis can be a frightening diagnosis. Our expert guide breaks down the different types—bacterial, viral, and fungal—and ...

Viral rashes can affect children and adults alike. Learn how to recognize them, how they're spread, and how to treat them.

A man shares his experience with bacterial meningitis in college, urging others to prioritize vaccination for their ...