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University of Oregon student diagnosed with Neisseria meningococcemia
Posted by Robert Herriman on January 17, 2015 // Leave Your Comment
An unnamed University of Oregon student has been diagnosed with Neisseria meningococcemia. The student lived off-campus.
Meningococcal infection caused by the bacterium, Neisseria meningitidis contagious and can progress very rapidly. The bacteria are spread person-to-person through the air by respiratory droplets (e.g., coughing, sneezing). The bacteria can also be transmitted through direct contact with an infected person, such as kissing or sharing cups or utensils.
It can cause serious meningitis and/or blood stream infections.
University of Oregon staff has been working closely with Lane County Public Health officials to identify individuals who may have extended exposure to the patient...
University of Oregon student diagnosed with Neisseria meningococcemia
Posted by Robert Herriman on January 17, 2015 // Leave Your Comment
An unnamed University of Oregon student has been diagnosed with Neisseria meningococcemia. The student lived off-campus.
Meningococcal infection caused by the bacterium, Neisseria meningitidis contagious and can progress very rapidly. The bacteria are spread person-to-person through the air by respiratory droplets (e.g., coughing, sneezing). The bacteria can also be transmitted through direct contact with an infected person, such as kissing or sharing cups or utensils.
It can cause serious meningitis and/or blood stream infections.
University of Oregon staff has been working closely with Lane County Public Health officials to identify individuals who may have extended exposure to the patient...