Meningococcal disease is a serious and sometimes fatal illness. Children under 5 are most at risk and early treatment is vital. Knowing the symptoms could help save your child’s life. Meningococcal symptoms include: - Severe limb pain - Difficulty waking up - High pitched crying in babies - Severe headache - Upset by bright lights - Stiff neck - Red-purple rash which doesn’t disappear when pressed with a glass Find out more: health.nsw.gov.au/infectious/meningococcal | NSW Health

Did you know there are two forms of Meningococcal Disease? It’s important to know the signs and symptoms for both Meningococcal Meningitis and Meningococcal Septicaemia. Dr David Durrheim, Public Health Physician takes you through the different signs and symptoms, along with what vaccines are available to protect you and your children against Meningococcal Disease. Remember, Meningococcal Disease is a medical emergency. If you experience the signs and symptoms of this illness you should attend y

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