Medically reviewed by Anju Goel, MD Key Takeaways Meningitis causes symptoms of high fever, stiff neck, and ...

The outbreak linked to tainted steroids has sickened 424 people in 19 states. Nov. 7, 2012— -- Another person has died from fungal meningitis in an outbreak linked to tainted steroid injections, ...

A simple combination of blood and urine tests may allow many infants with fevers (febrile) to safely avoid lumbar punctures (spinal taps), according to new findings from a major international study ...

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the CDC warned of a sharp increase in cases of meningococcal disease in the U.S. More than 500 cases of this serious infection marked by inflammation of the ...

Vaccinations are available to prevent several types of meningitis, and staying up-to-date on recommended vaccines and boosters is crucial for protection. Practicing good hygiene, such as frequent ...

New evidence from a six-country study led by the Montreal Children’s Hospital and Children’s National Hospital shows simple blood and urine tests could spare many young infants with fevers from more ...