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Did You Know?

1 in 5

Individuals affected by Meningitis live with permanent damage

10%

Of all individuals affected by Meningitis die

1.2 Million

People are affected by Meningitis globally

21%

Of Bacterial Meningitis cases occur between the ages of 14-24

90%

Of those who catch Bacterial Meningitis die, if left untreated

95%

Of vaccinated children are protected against Meningitis

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Some people have suffered through Meningitis without any after effects, while others suffer from loss or still carry its scars. Read their stories and how working together we can be safer and stronger.

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Meningitis Foundation Canada is dedicated to the prevention of Meningitis, to improving survival rates and outcomes, and to the support of families of those whose lives have been changed by this disease.

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Bacterial Meningitis.
Viral Meningitis Support Group: Reach out to others who have been affected by Viral Meningitis.