meningitis vaccine
Membrane inflammation preventive
A meningitis vaccine is an immunization that protects against bacterial infections causing inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord.
Several types exist targeting different bacterial strains—meningococcal vaccines are commonly required for college students living in dormitories, where the disease spreads more easily: She got her meningitis vaccine before moving into the dorm.
- immunizationProtective medical injection
- injectionSyringe-delivered dose
- needle stickAccidental puncture from syringe
- arm sorenessPain in upper limb
- shotQuick liquor serving
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Treatment targeting viral infections
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Pathogen-caused membrane inflammation
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Declining immunization treatment
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