Deaths from a rare and dangerous bacterial infection could rise if fewer teens are vaccinated, doctors warn. After the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended that all adolescents get ...

Andy Marso is only one person who almost lost their lives to the preventable disease. This new guidance puts an unbearable burden on parents and doctors. Star file photo There are very few diseases ...

Most international guidelines recommend lumbar punctures for all infants who have a fever at 28 days or younger to rule out bacterial meningitis. Clinical prediction tools may allow for more selective ...

The array of vaccines that have become widely available to help protect kids against meningitis in recent decades has shifted the epidemiology of the disease. Perhaps the most stark change is evident ...

Dr. Elyse Love swears by La Roche-Posay's dual action face and body lotion. "[It] contains a collection of the best hydrating and soothing ingredients including ceramide-3, shea butter, glycerin, and ...

Whether it’s the cold weather or just your natural skin type, figuring out how to treat dry patches on skin is useful in any routine. Dry patches can lead to pesky flakes and irritation—not to mention ...

HOUSTON — A 53-year-old inmate at the Harris County Jail died at a local hospital after contracting bacterial meningitis, prompting quarantine measures and a contact tracing effort by public health ...

Facial cleansers for aging skin aren’t just about getting rid of dirt. They’re the first defense against dehydration, dullness, and fine lines. That’s because as you get older, your skin naturally ...

A variety of vaccines in the U.S. childhood vaccination schedule help to protect kids against meningitis. Though rare, meningococcal disease -- caused by the bacteria Neisseria meningitidis-- remains ...

Immediate skin-to-skin contact between newborns and their mothers offers a better start in life, improving a number of key health metrics, according to a newly-updated Cochrane review. The review ...

Ryan Duffy was 18 when he contracted Streptococcus Pneumoniae Meningitis. A Pennsylvania high school student died from bacterial meningitis, according to the local school district. Ryan Duffy, 18, a ...