Meningococcal Disease! Help!
Did you know that 10 to 15 people out of 100 are killed by meningococcal disease even after being treated? Meningococcal disease tends to kill within a 24 hour time frame after being exposed. Individuals that survive have high rates of hearing loss, brain damage, amputations, and nervous system problems. This is important to college students because adolescents and young adults ages 16 to 23 have an increase risk of contraction. The meningococcal disease can spread from person to person through close contact such as coughing, kissing, or lengthy contact. However, there is a vaccine that can help protect college students from this disease. Contact your local health department or doctor for more information about Serogroup B Meningococcal Vaccine.
