The Benefit of Having the Meningitis Vaccination

 

The Benefit of Having the Meningitis Vaccination

Meningitis is a health condition, which is caused by an infection that can adversely affect the spinal cord and brain by attacking the membranes. A serious case of meningitis can cause brain damage and even death in some cases.

Most parents opt for Meningitis vaccination in Northampton before their children leave for college, travel or someplace, which is bound to be crowded, as meningitis bacteria usually spreads through throat and respiratory secretions.

They Are Beneficial For High Risk Teens

Although it is advised by the health practitioners to get a Meningococcal vaccination at the age of 11 or 12, it is a good idea to get a booster dose at 16. Moreover, high risk teens should definitely get it, if they have the following conditions:

  I.            A damaged or removed spleen

II.            Complement deficiency

III.            If they are at an increased risk due to an outbreak

IV.            If they are taking Soliris medication

Protection against Bacteria

An invaluable benefit of Meningitis vaccination is that it safeguards against four kinds of bacteria that can cause meningococcal disease, which can cause an infection and even deterioration of the lining around the spinal cord and brain.

A Meningitis vaccination can protect against blood infection, pneumonia and many other health risks. According to several researches, conducted over the years, more than 15% patients have succumbed to the disease and died, even after being treated with antibiotics. More than 20% suffered from a loss of hearing and limbs, brain damage and seizures.

Adults in Close Contact with Others

Adults and teens, who are in close contact with others constantly, are at an increased risk of meningitis infection. Our experts at the Touchwood Pharmacy stress the importance of how all adolescents should be vaccinated against this deadly disease.  

According to the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention more than 2,000 patients catch this infection and 500 of them die due to its severe symptoms. CDC recommends adults and teens to get a Meningococcal vaccination if they:

        I.            Are serving in the military

      II.            Living in dorm rooms

    III.            Working with Meningococcal bacteria in a laboratory

    IV.            Have a removed or damaged spleen

      V.            Have an immune system disorder such as Terminal Complement Deficiency

    VI.            Travelling to a place where this disease is common such as Africa

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