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• Meningitis for Teens

  
  

  You may be wondering what the deal is with meningitis because you've heard frightening stuff about meningitis outbreaks in the news.

• Meningitis for Parents

  
  

  Meningitis is treatable, but can be serious. So it's important to know the symptoms, and get medical care right away if you think that your child has the illness.

• Word! Meninigitis for Kids

  
  

  The meninges cover and protect the brain and spinal cord. Meningitis happens when the meninges swell or get irritated.

• Your Child's Immunizations: Meningococcal Vaccines for Parents

  
  

  Find out when and why your child needs to get this vaccine.

• Immunizations and Cochlear Implants for Parents

  
  

  Children with cochlear implants have a higher risk than other kids of getting some types of bacterial meningitis. Vaccines can help protect them.

• Word! Spinal Tap for Kids

  
  

  A spinal tap is an important test for diagnosing illnesses, such as meningitis.

• Immunization Schedule for Parents

  
  

  Which vaccines does your child need and when? Use this immunization schedule as a handy reference.

• First Aid: Stiff Neck for Parents

  
  

  A stiff neck is usually nothing to worry about. In rare cases, it can be a sign of something serious. Here's what to do about a stiff neck.

• Coxsackievirus Infections for Parents

  
  

  Coxsackievirus infections can spread from person to person. In most cases, the viruses cause mild flu-like symptoms, but can lead to more serious infections.

• Your Child's Immunizations: Hib Vaccine for Parents

  
  

  Find out when and why your child needs to get this vaccine.