"This book gives details on the symptoms of meningitis, how it is contracted, known treatments as well as possible new treatments, and how the disease may be prevented. The title also includes an annotated bibliography and a list of organizations that can be contacted for support"-- Provided by publisher.

Dreaded disease -- What is Meningitis? -- What causes Meningitis? -- Meningitis treatment -- Living with Meningitis -- Preventing Meningitis -- The future.