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The National Meningitis Association (NMA) has formed a coalition of mothers from across the country whose children’s lives have been drastically affected by meningococcal disease. The “Moms on Meningitis” (M.O.M.s) support NMA in its efforts to educate local parents, adolescents, young adults and surrounding communities about meningococcal disease and prevention through media outreach and community activities. It is the M.O.M.s’ hope that by sharing their personal experiences, other families will know about the dangers of meningococcal disease and have the opportunity to make informed decisions about immunization.
Each mother has a tragic, personal story to share about the devastating effects of meningococcal disease. Their goal is to prevent other families from suffering as they have, by encouraging parents, adolescents and young adults to learn about the:
- Increased risk for meningococcal disease among adolescents and young adults
- Flu-like symptoms and rapid progression of the disease, which can often be difficult to diagnose
- Meningococcal disease vaccination recommendations calling for immunization of all adolescents 11-18 years of age.
- Methods of prevention, including immunization with a meningococcal conjugate vaccine, and practicing good hygiene habits (e.g., washing hands)
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M.O.M.s in the News
- Paige and John Kach featured in August 2004 issue of Health magazine (444 KB)
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- NMA's M.O.M.scoalition featured in February 17, 2004 issue of Family Circle (817 KB)
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- Mothers Group Warns Parents With College-Age Children: Don't Wait.
Vaccinate Against Meningitis On Campus (375 KB)
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- Parents Join Fight Against Meningococcal Meningitis in Newly Formed National Public Awareness Campaign Called Moms on Meningitis (M.O.M.s) (1.9 MB)
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