Meningitis B
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Father who lost son to meningitis B urges parents to get kids vaccinated before schoolMeningitis B, the most common and deadly strain of meningitis, is rare but can lead to severe and life-threatening complications when contracted.HealthAug 26, 2023
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N.S. to fund MenB vaccine for some post-secondary students living in dormsThe province has announced it will cover the $300 cost for those deemed at high risk of contracting the potentially fatal disease.HealthMay 25, 2023
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Calls increase in N.S. for provincially-funded meningitis B vaccineThree deaths tied to the infection occurred in the last 18 months. An outbreak was also declared at Sheriff Hall, a residence of Dalhousie University in Halifax.CanadaDec 27, 2022
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Meningitis B outbreak at Dalhousie continues, vaccines made availableTwo cases of meningitis B at a Dalhousie University student residence have been confirmed. Public Health is now providing vaccines to those considered to be at high risk.HealthDec 19, 2022
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N.S. man honours best friend with fundraiser to prevent future tragediesThe memory of a young N.S. man who suddenly died of a preventable infection was honoured with a fundraiser.HealthOct 9, 2021
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A mother’s fight for universal Meningitis B vaccinationJust one day after Montérégie public health officials confirmed the death of a 16-year-old boy from meningitis type B, a mother who's son survived the infection is pressuring the province to take action.CanadaOct 8, 2014
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