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The woman was diagnosed with eosinophilic meningitis from rat lungworm, a parasitic worm that gets into the human body typically through contaminated food.

Listeria can cause flu like symptoms and even meningitis in severe cases

France has expanded its vaccination programme against meningococcal disease from 1 January in response to a rise in cases, particularly among children and teenagers who are more vulnerable to severe forms of meningitis.

The infection leads to inflammation of the membranes (meninges) that surround the brain. The bacteria can spread through close personal contact such as coughing, sneezing. Some bacteria like Listeria can also be contracted by consuming contaminated food.

An 18-year-old almost died from meningitis, likely contracted from sharing a vape and drinks. Early diagnosis saved her life.

There were just three cases of meningococcal group C – the infection which can lead to meningitis C – last year, the UK Health Security Agency said.

'He nearly died half a dozen times in hospital.'

Family of Reece Darcheville pay tribute to ‘amazing dad’ and call for better awareness of condition

Meningitis is a deadly brain infection that causes inflammation of the tissues surrounding the brain, which helps protect the brain and spinal cord, also known as meninges. Meningitis can be caused by bacteria, virus, fungi, or parasites, but the most dangerous form of meningitis which can kill within 24 hours…

Massachusetts pharmacist pleads no contest to manslaughter in 2012 meningitis outbreak case, causing widespread illness and deaths.

A Massachusetts pharmacist charged with murder in the deaths of 11 Michigan residents from a 2012 U.S. meningitis outbreak is expected to plead no contest Thursday to involuntary manslaughter