Now Enrolling Participants for an Investigational Meningitis Vaccine Clinical Study
You or a loved one may qualify for participation if you:
- Are a male or female between 10-25 years old
You or a loved one may not qualify for participation if you have:
- A current or previously confirmed disease caused by meningitis
- Had contact with someone carrying meningitis within the last 2 months
- Any medical condition that disallows blood draws or vaccination intake
- A history of hypersensitivity to vaccines or allergies to vaccines
- Abnormal functions or modifications to the immune system resulting from autoimmune disorders
- A history of chronic alcohol or drug abuse as determined by the study doctor
- Received a meningitis vaccine within the past 4 years
There are additional requirements to qualify for this study. A member of the study team will discuss these with you during screening.
What is Meningitis?
Meningitis is an inflammation of the brain and spinal cord and may also be accompanied with symptoms such as a severe headache, vomiting, and a high fever.
What is a Vaccine?
A vaccine is a product that is designed to protect a person from a disease.
What is a Clinical Research Study?
A clinical research study tests the safety and effectiveness of a new medicine, vaccine or treatment in a population of volunteers. Every medical breakthrough goes through the clinical study process. Therefore, participants like you play a very important role in advancing medicine for present and future generations.