22/03/2026
Meningitis is an infection that can become serious very quickly, so it is important to know the signs and understand how to reduce the risk.
Our new patient factsheet explains:
🔹 what meningitis is
🔹 the main causes, including bacterial and viral infections
🔹 how it can spread
🔹 who is more at risk
🔹 which routine NHS vaccines help protect against the main causes of meningitis
Vaccination remains one of the best ways to reduce the risk of severe illness and long-term complications.
Read the factsheet 🔗 https://bit.ly/4uH6XbK