The risk of getting meningitis and septicaemia is very low, even if you have been in contact with someone who has it. However, it is vital to know the symptoms and to get medical help immediately if you are worried.
The bacteria are very common - at any time about one in ten of us has them in our noses and throats without ever knowing they are there, and for most of us this is harmless. We pass the bacteria between each other by close contact (eg kissing), and this helps us build up our immunity. Usually you have to be in very close, regular or prolonged contact with someone for the bacteria to pass between you. Even when this happens, it is unlikely you will become ill because fortunately most of us have natural resistance.
http://www.meningitis.org/
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