Monday, October 8, 2012
Michigan hit by 20 fungal meningitis cases, 2 deaths
Lansing — State health officials on Sunday reported a total of 20 cases of rare fungal meningitis in the state, including two deaths. That's up from the eight cases announced just 24 hours earlier.
Meningitis is the inflammation of the protective coverings of the brain and spinal cord. It is not contagious, but it can be fatal
Nine states are currently reporting a total of 64 fungal cases, according the Centers for Disease Control. Seven total deaths have occurred.
By Jim Lynch
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