A group of European scientists have invented a microscope that will allow the fastest ever detection of life-threatening infections caused by bacteria, such as E. coli or Staphylococcus, and ...

Spinal meningitis, more commonly known as meningitis, is inflammation of the meninges, the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. It is a serious and potentially life threatening condition.

Meningitis refers to swelling in the membranes that surround your brain and spinal cord. This type of inflammation affects your nervous system. Meningitis can be viral or bacterial, and symptoms of ...

Encephalitis and meningitis are inflammatory conditions. However, encephalitis is inflammation of the brain, while meningitis is inflammation of the membranes protecting the brain and spinal cord.