Meningitis and you – the facts
16 –25-year-olds fall within the second highest at risk group and freshers in particular are vulnerable to the disease.
Identifying the disease
The ability to recognise meningitis and septicaemia quickly can save lives. The sooner you can get medical help, the less likely it is to become life threatening. That’s why learning the signs and symptoms is so important. Get advice today. They can be easily missed or mistaken for something else, like flu or a hangover. Remember, they can appear in any order, and some might not appear at all.
It’s important to know that not everyone will get a rash, so DO NOT WAIT. If another student is ill and getting worse fast, call for medical help immediately
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What are the signs and symptoms?
Meningitis and septicaemia often happen together. Be aware of all the signs and symptoms.
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The meningitis rash
You may have heard of the rash linked to meningitis but here are the facts, do the glass test
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Meningitis on the move
We know you are always on the move so need advice at your fingertips – that’s why we have developed the free Meningitis Now app, suitable for iPhone and Android devices