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Mother Calls For MenB Vaccine

The mother of a Clare child who suffered from Meningitis is urging the government to introduce a MenB vaccine.

The Meningitis Research Foundation is running a national awareness campaign all week, calling for parents to be vigilant for early detection of the virus.

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The MRF estimates there are approximately four cases of meningitis and septicaemia in Ireland every week, a stat that can be greatly reduced.

Maria Malone – who's six year old son contracted the virus in June of this year, wants to share her first-hand experience, hoping it will help other with early detection.

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