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11 of the Most Deadly Diseases in History

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6. Meningitis

Meningitis is definitely one of the most terrifying diseases on this list. Referring to the inflammation of the meninges, or the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord, the disease can be caused by a wide range of things that include fungi, viruses, and bacteria.

Viral meningitis spreads through the sharing of bodily fluids. Moreover, even kissing can spread bacterial meningitis. When it is not treated immediately, meningitis can have a mortality rate as high as 50%.

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  • This was very enlightening. I appreciate all the information that I learned about these diseases. I realize that many of these diseases can have outbreaks in India and Africa. I hope the organizations can battle these diseases in Africa and India- Doctors Without Borders, United Nations, world Health organization.

  • The first Smallpox Vaccine that actually worked was created in 1796 by Edward Jenner.

  • I guess having worked in the medical field twice in my life gave me the knowledge of recognizing eight of these deadly diseases and viruses. I am not a computer genius and I know it. That leaves me wondering why, when and how Bill Gates has become an immunologist.

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