National Meningitis Association

NMA started in 2002 as a modest bunch of guardians whose families encountered the staggering effect of meningococcal infection. It was simply after our encounters that we took in the infection is antibody preventable. Throughout the years, this little gathering developed into a national association that backers for meningococcal malady mindfulness and counteractive action. At the point when NMA was established, there was minimal open information about meningococcal infection. Likewise, around then, immunization was not suggested, and a composed bolster structure for influenced families did not exist.

Much has changed since NMA was established:

• Vaccination is prescribed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for all preteens and youngsters and additionally those of different ages with danger elements for the malady.
• Many states now require immunization for teenagers; others require that families and understudies be instructed about counteractive action.
• Vaccination rates have climbed consistently as of late while infection occurrence has declined.
• Vaccines are presently accessible and leniently prescribed for adolescents and youthful grown-ups to ensure against serogroup B ailment

NMA is glad to have assumed a part in expanding meningococcal infection mindfulness and inoculation rates. The National Meningitis Association is a non-benefit 501(c)(3) association.