#Meningitis is in the news at the moment. It can strike swiftly and affect anyone, regardless of age. Recognising the symptoms could save a life.
Learn more at www.nhsinform.scot/Meningitis
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#Senegal is rewriting the future of meningitis control. In a region long burdened by recurring outbreaks, the country has transformed its disease surveillance system, bringing together real-time clinical & lab data for improved public health decision-making. https://bit.ly/4rFIli1
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We are honored to share that PATH’s MenAfriVac has won the #PrixGalien Bridges Award for Public Sector Innovation! The groundbreaking meningitis A vaccine has helped protect 360 million people across Africa.
Thank you to everyone who made this possible. https://bit.ly/4oIgCL9
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I missed posting this earlier this week on this year’s #MichaelRosenDay The Sad Book means everything to me. This poem is my own story. I think Quentin Blake is a genius to catch this image so perfectly. Thank you for your exquisite words @michaelrosenyes.bsky.social #defeatmeningitis
Today marks the halfway point in @who.int’s roadmap to #DefeatMeningitis by 2030.
We’ve seen incredible progress, but there's more to be done. We're proud to stand with Meningitis Research Foundation & many others in this effort to save lives & create a future without #meningitis.
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"With meningitis, if you don't act within 24 hours, you can die."
Ludovic survived because his mom noticed he was unresponsive and his doctor recognized the symptoms immediately.
His story: bit.ly/3KtJich via the Meningitis Research Foundation for #WorldMeningitisDay #DefeatMeningitis
Founded by the Confederation of Meningitis Organisations and coordinated by the Meningitis Research Foundation, it is the world’s largest day of collective action on meningitis.
ℹ️ Access more information and support from Meningitis Now.
ℹ️ Read Scott’s story: buff.ly/7pLL2sn
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🌍 WORLD MENINGITIS DAY 🌍 5 OCTOBER 2025
2025 is half way for @who.int Global Road Map to #DefeatMeningitis by 2030.
With improved funding, greater access to vaccines, faster
diagnostics and better treatment and support, we can save lives and protect futures.
www.meningitis.org/meningitis-i...
Some #wallpaper worth high resolution #screenshots from my newest livery, based on the one-off livery United Autosports 2025 Le Mans 24 hours McLaren 720S LMGT3. Meant to raise awareness for #defeatmeningitis.
Are you going to watch #lemans24h? If so, who will you be cheering for?
Thanks @thetoypress.bsky.social for #wordoftheweek #raspberry It’s an old one I’m afraid - busy with ‘Hobby’ poem writing atm! 😊
#poetryforkids #blueskypoets #poetry #defeatmeningitis
Vaccines have transformed the #meningitis prevention landscape in the last 15 years. But to ensure sustainable access & #DefeatMeningitis by 2030, we need more options. PATH is working with EuBiologics & partners worldwide to advance a new vaccine candidate: bit.ly/3EuFyEW
#WorldImmunizationWeek
Improving meningitis diagnosis and care means better chances for survival and recovery
Every minute counts when it comes to meningitis.
WHO’s new guidance sets out clear steps for early diagnosis, urgent treatment and ongoing care to help prevent deaths and protect more people from the lasting impacts of this disease.
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#Meningitis can kill within hours - and survivors may face lifelong impacts.
It affects people of all ages, everywhere.
WHO’s new guidelines aim to boost diagnosis treatment and care - so more survive, and fewer live with lasting effects.
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We need strong, science-driven policies to #DefeatMeningitis by 2030 especially in Africa. Great to join @SerumInstIndia at #IPNC2025 to spotlight progress on this front w. Drs Prasad Kulkarni (SII), Milagritos Tapia (@UMCVD) , and Abdulrazaq Habib (@WHO SAGE).
Morning! Here is ‘Leave While the Going is Good’ my #PoemsAbout for #prompt #WordsUnsaid Thanks @alanparry83.bsky.social and @brokenspinearts.bsky.social
Thanks for reading, have a great day!
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Posting this for #NationalGriefAwarenessWeek
We grieved for 10 years before he died. #poetryforkids #writingforchildren #poetry #kidlit #DefeatMeningitis
