Meningitis

Meningitis

This is a condition where the tissue around the brain and spinal cord get inflamed, which can be very painful and cause seizures. The most common symptoms are fever, neck stiffness, and headache. It can be caused by a virus or bacteria, and it is spread by coughing, sneezing, and kissing. If it is a serious infection, it can lead to brain damage.   


Vaccine to help prevent Meningitis     

Menactra®

There are two different vaccines that can help to prevent meningitis. The one we offer is Menactra®, which prevents some bacterial meningitis infections. It is recommended for people between 2-55 years old, especially for those between 15-19 and college freshman living in the dorms. It is only given one time. Ask your Bartell Drugs pharmacist for more details.

Bartell Drugs’ locations offering this vaccine:

North
Edmonds 425-670-2860
Seattle Hill Road / Everett 425-357-6162
South
Redondo / Des Moines 253-839-1693
Seattle
Magnolia 206-282-2881
Upper Queen Anne 206-285-1737
University Village 206-525-0705
Eastside
Bridle Trails / Kirkland 425-881-5544
Factoria Village / Bellevue 425-644-7529
Issaquah 425-391-6408
Midlakes / Bellevue 425-454-0146

Contact the Bartell Drugs location listed for more information or to make an appointment.