Bacteria, viruses and fungi can cause meningitis and septicaemia if they invade the body.
Although there are vaccines which prevent some types, not all causes are vaccine preventable so it’s vital to be aware of the symptoms.
Bacterial meningitis and septicaemia
Bacterial meningitis and septicaemia are serious, life threatening illnesses.
At least 50 kinds of bacteria can cause meningitis, but the main types are: