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Ask the VEC: Animal Bite Treatment

Published on Jul 06, 2016

If you are bitten by an animal stop the bleeding and clean the wound, then seek medical treatment.

Feature Article: Q&A with Meningitis Survivor and Author Andy Marso

Published on Jun 09, 2016

Andy Marso survived meningitis to become an author, immunization advocate, and source of support for other meningitis survivors and their families. 

Around the World: The Meningitis Belt

Published on Jun 09, 2016

The Meningitis Belt includes parts of countries in sub-Saharan Africa that have the most meningitis outbreaks. 

Spotlight: Meningococcal Vaccine Advocacy Groups

Published on Jun 09, 2016

Meningitis Angels and the National Meningitis Association are two nonprofit organizations made up of survivors and families of victims. Both groups support victims and their families and advocate for awareness and prevention of the disease.

Did You Know? Meningitis

Published on Jun 09, 2016

Meningitis is an inflammation (swelling) of the lining covering the brain and/or spinal cord, which can lead to a stiff neck, headache, fever and drowsiness, or, more seriously, coma or death. 

Ask the VEC: Types of Meningococcal Vaccines

Published on Jun 09, 2016

There are two different types of meningococcal vaccines — meningococcal ACYW-135 vaccine and meningococcal B vaccine.

Feature Article: Team up with Vaccine Heroes to Beat the Germs!

Published on May 11, 2016

The Vaccine Education Center's latest program — Vax Pack Hero — includes a Web-based game that allows players to explore different parts of the body and encounter any one of 21 vaccine-preventable diseases. 

Spotlight: Learn More about Vaccine Heroes and Germs

Published on May 11, 2016

VaxPackHero.org gives users the opportunity to learn more about germs and Vaccine Heroes and their contributions to public health.

Did You Know? Fun Facts

Published on May 11, 2016

Fun tidbits about the Vaccine Heroes appear on screen after players use a Vaccine Hero card during game play.

Ask the VEC: Vax Pack Hero Trading Cards

Published on May 11, 2016

There are two ways to obtain Vaccine Heroes trading cards — through an earned starter pack or purchase of additional packs.