There are a number of Web sites that can help you learn more about meningococcal disease and what you can do to prevent it.
National Meningitis Association (NMA)
http://www.nmaus.org/NMA's mission is to educate families, medical professionals, and others about bacterial meningitis and prevention approaches to the disease. NMA also provides support to victim's families.
Meningitis Foundation of America (MFA)
http://www.musa.org/MFA is a nonprofit group that is raising awareness of meningitis, supporting the development of vaccines and other preventive measures, and helping support meningitis sufferers and their families.
FightMeningitis.com
http://www.fightmeningitis.comThis site is sponsored by sanofi pasteur and offers information about meningococcal disease, its prevention, and what you need to know about protecting your teen from meningitis.
American College Health Association (ACHA)
http://www.acha.org/projects_programs/meningitis/index.cfmA nonprofit association dedicated to improving the health of students attending colleges and universities. Their Meningitis on Campus section has educational materials and advice for protecting your college student.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dbmd/diseaseinfo/meningococcal_a.htmThe CDC is a federal government agency that is responsible for protecting the health and safety of the American people. Their Web site has information on many diseases, including meningitis, as well as the latest recommendations for prevention.