Meningitis in Adults: Risk Factors, Prevention, and Treatment Options

Meningitis is the combination of two root words: “mening,” which means the three protective layer membranes that cover the brain, and itis,” which means inflammation. Meningitis is inflammation in the meninges, referring to the inflammation of the two inner layers called the leptomeninges. While it can occur at any age, certain factors and behaviours increase […]