Michigan schools report cases of viral meningitis in several districts: report

Meningitis is "an inflammation of the tissue that covers the brain and spinal cord," according to the CDC.

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According to a local report, three school districts in the state reported separate cases of viral meningitis.

Schools in the Clio area, Caro Community Schools and the Frankenmuth School District all reported cases of the disease, "an inflammation of the tissue covering the brain and spinal cord," according to the Center for Control and Prevention diseases.

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One person has been diagnosed with viral meningitis, WNEM-News reported.

"With great caution, we share this information with you, and while it may be overwhelming, the chances of your child becoming sick with this disease are very low," said Pete Newman, Caro Community School Superintendent. letter to parents, according to the news station.

Viral meningitis – not to be confused with serious and life-threatening bacterial meningitis – can spread if a person with the virus comes into close contact with someone who does not have it.

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However, "only a small number of people infected with the viruses that cause meningitis actually develop viral meningitis," the CDC noted, adding that common symptoms of the disease include a stiff neck, headaches, among other signs.

"Most people with mild viral meningitis usually get better results in 7 to 10 days," said the CDC.