Knowing the signs of meningitis can save your life. The five most common myths about meningitis
WRONG: Meningitis can affect anyone
2. You always get a rash with meningitis
WRONG: A rash is a sign of blood poisoning and it can be one of the last symptoms to be displayed. If and when it does, it could be too late
3. All types of meningitis can be prevented with vaccines
WRONG: There is NO vaccine to protect against all forms of meningitis.
4. Meningitis is always fatal, find out more about symptoms
WRONG: 10% of people who contract meningitis will die, 15% will be left with severe after-effects including brain damage, limb loss and scarring
5. Viral meningitis is a mild form of the disease
WRONG: Although it’s rarely life-threatening, viral meningitis can leave people with serious and debilitating after-effects, including headaches and memory loss