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Copyright Meningitis Trust 2007
Registered charity number: England and Wales 803016, Scotland SC037790,
Ireland CHY No. 14722
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Meningococcal disease is a life-threatening infection. It is a term used to describe two major illnesses – meningitis and septicaemia (blood poisoning). These can occur on their own or more commonly both together. It can strike at any age, but most cases occur in babies and young children. The next most vulnerable group are teenagers and young adults.
Most people will make a good recovery but meningococcal disease requires quick medical treatment, as around 7% of cases will result in death and 15% of those affected can be left with severe and disabling after-effects.
You can download our fact sheet for more information on meningoccal disease:
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