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** __Prevention__ ** Today there are different vaccinations that protect against many different strains of meningococcal meningitis. No single vaccine protects against all types of meningococci or the bacteria that cause meningococcal meningitis. Currently, there is a vaccine that protects against types A, C, Y, and W-135 of meningitis, these make-up four of the five main types of meningococcus. There are also two vaccines that effectively protect against pneumococcal meningitis, one for infants and other young age groups, and one for those above the age of two. All vaccines are proven to be safe with infrequent and mild side effects. The CDC currently recommends vaccination against meningitis for adolescents aged 11 to 18, college freshmen living in dormitories, US Military recruits, those traveling to a part of the world where meningococcal disease is common such as in Africa, those with a damaged spleen or have had their spleen been removed, those with certain immune system disorders, as well as microbiologists. ** Antibiotics ** Antibiotics are given to any close contacts of someone infected with meningococcal meningitis, such as family members and friends. This is to prevent outbreak of the bacteria and further cases of meningococcal meningitis. An antibiotic called Rifampicin, in the form of a capsule, is usually used. Your lifestyle choices can influence your chances of getting meningitis. The following are some things you can do to prevent meningitis: media type="custom" key="3640335"
 * Vaccination**
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 * Avoid close & prolonged contact with others
 * Maintain good hygiene
 * Don’t Smoke
 * Don’t forget that the only way to prevent meningitis is to get vaccinated!

Quiz Question: What is the best way to fully prevent many types of meningitis?