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28 Oct 2021
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Meningitis disease is a viral or bacterial infection of the brain that affects the brain cells. Some forms of meningitis can be prevented by vaccines. Symptoms consist of headache, fever, and stiff neck. Depending on the cause, meningitis may clear up on its own or it may be life-threatening, requiring immediate antibiotic treatment.
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