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Beware of B challenges Big Ten universities to mandate the meningitis B vaccine for incoming freshmen.

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You have the power to protect your health! If you are 16-23 years old, check with a healthcare provider to make sure you are protected against all five types of meningococcal meningitis: A, B, C, W, and Y.

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Meningitis B can progress quickly and lead to long-term side effects such as hearing loss, brain damage, or even death. Teens and young adults 16 - 23 years old are at the most risk. Check with your healthcare provider to make sure you're protected against Meningitis ACWY and B.

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Meningitis B is a serious infection that can kill within 24 hours! It is the most common form of bacterial meningitis in 16-23 year-olds, but it is preventable with vaccination. Check with your healthcare provider to make sure you're protected!

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16- to 23-year-olds are at increased risk of meningitis B because of how they socialize. Kissing, vaping, drinking, and sharing communal spaces like dorms leads to a greater chance of catching meningitis b. Are you missing out on protection? Check with your healthcare provider!

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It’s sneezin’ season! Get your flu shot and update COVID shot. Don’t get sick this holiday season — avoid the ick!

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There is a lot of misinformation about vaccines online. The facts are that vaccines are well-studied, safe, and they work. Vaccines save lives! If you have questions about vaccines, please speak with a healthcare provider. https://t.co/X80gfPSqGn

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#MeningitisB is a life-threatening bacterial infection that can strike quickly. 20% of survivors will suffer from permanent disabilities. #MenB is most common among teens and college students. If you're 16 - 23, check with your healthcare provider to make sure you're protected.

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Meningits B is scary! 😱 up to 10% of patients will die 😱 up to 20% of survivors will suffer long-term consequences like loss of limbs, brain damage, and deafness. 😱 If you’re 16-23 you’re most at risk. Check with a healthcare provider to make sure you’re protected. #bewareofb

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Are you 16-23 or in college? If so, you’re 5x more likely to contract meningitis b. Protect your health. Protect your future. Check with your healthcare provider to make sure you are fully protected against meningitis. https://t.co/S3jHcjay3P

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When meningitis strikes, it can kill in 24 hours. Survivors can be left with brain damage, loss of limbs, neurological problems, and hearing loss. If you're 16-23 years old, you're most at risk. Check with a healthcare provider to make sure you are fully protected.

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Meningitis B is most common among 16-23-year-olds and college students. It is serious, but it is preventable. 10% -15% of people infected will die, often as quickly as within 24 hours of first developing symptoms. Speak to your healthcare provider about meningitis vaccination.

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Meningococcal meningitis can be deadly, but you can protect yourself. Check with a healthcare provider to make sure you are not missing any of the vaccines needed to help prevent it. #BewareOfB

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Don't let a fear of needles stop you from protecting your health and your future. If you're scared of needles, try practicing these tips to help you stay up-to-date with recommended immunizations.

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😱 In 2023, only 68% of 17-year-olds had received their first shot of the MenB vaccine. Meningitis B can lead long-term side effects, and even death. If you're 16-23 and haven't been vaccinated against meningitis B, speak with a healthcare provider and protect your health today!

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Meningitis B can be sudden and deadly and is most common among people aged 16-23. It's also 5+ times more likely in college students, yet less than 50 colleges require MenB vaccination! Talk to your healthcare provider to make sure you're protected against meningitis B.

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😱 "Meningitis will inflame the membranes around your brain and spinal cord... there are several forms of meningitis, doctors call the bacteria infection the most severe form. It can lead to seizures, vision loss, or death if you don’t treat it quickly."
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ℹ️ "Bacterial meningitis, also known as meningitis B, can spread by sneezing or kissing and sharing straws or drinks, among other ways... college students are a group at higher risk for contracting meningitis due to their living conditions." #BewareOfB
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Meningococcal disease is caused by a type of bacteria and it can lead to an infection of the bloodstream and be life-threatening. Don’t get sick, avoid the ick! If you’re 16-23, speak to a healthcare provider about meningitis vaccination. #BewareOfB

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#ShotOfScience: #Vaccines undergo 5 phases of research that can take up to 15 years for approval by @US_FDA https://t.co/CAnztAQSVZ