Oritse Williams has revealed he's been forced to pull out of JLS rehearsals after his young son was rushed to hospital with ...

An infection of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord, meningitis can affect anyone, but is most common in babies, children, teenagers and young adults, according to NHS England. The ...

Tuberculosis (TB) infections are surging in England, figures show, as officials urge healthcare providers to look out for ...

Vaccinations are available to prevent several types of meningitis, and staying up-to-date on recommended vaccines and boosters is crucial for protection. Practicing good hygiene, such as frequent ...

The meningococcal meningitis fatality rate is around 15% for teens and young adults, Marshall explained. And those who survive can lose limbs due to coagulation that cuts off the blood supply and can ...

The brother of a 21-year-old who died after contracting meningitis is calling for people of university age "not to dismiss their illness as freshers' flu". Lucas Martin died on 12 September 2023 after ...

A mum who lost her young daughter to a form of blood poisoning is making a renewed plea for other parents to be on their guard.

The test, which is being trialled in three hospitals, could make a “vital difference” to the care of children.

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A university graduate tragically passed away from meningitis mere days after his symptoms began, which his family initially dismissed as freshers' flu. Lucas Martin, who was just 21 years old, died on ...