Meningitis and meningococcal septicaemia (blood poisoning) are serious diseases that can affect anyone at any time. Although they are uncommon, they can strike unexpectedly, especially in young children. The speed at which people become ill, and the dramatic and sometimes devastating course of events, make meningitis and septicaemia alarming diseases.
Whether you are working with children or young adults it is important to know the signs and symptoms of meningitis and meningococcal septicaemia and the emergency action to take.
Download our signs and symptoms card here.
This website tackles the issues of infectious disease, vaccination, disease processes, treatments and after-effects relating to meningitis and septicaemia. The site has been designed to be used with both primary and secondary school aged children and can be used in the classroom or for project work at home. Learning resources are available and the activities have been mapped to the curriculum for you. Just click on the 'primary' or 'secondary' options in the left hand menu.
It may be that as a school/youth group you have experienced meningitis at first hand. If you, your colleagues or children need support, we are here to help.
Due to the nature of the disease you may have to deal with a death in your school or help a child returning to school following illness. We have many services available to help and support you, find out more here
If you need more information or you have any questions please call our 24 hour nurse-led helpline
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