The Northwestern Health Unit would like to see all area
youth protected against the disease Meningitis.
Spokesperson Cindy McKinnon says it’s important for
teenagers to be immunized, since they will be living in
close quarters in post secondary.
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Meningitis can be spread by saliva through sharing
cigarettes, lipstick, and kissing.
The NWHU currently immunizes one year olds, and Grade 7
students annually.
