Meningitis

The tell-tale symptoms are a combination of a blinding headach , a blotchy rash and a high fever. Some form of immunization protects against the most serious bacterial for of meningitis and ins usually recommended for Ghana. Other forms of meningitis exist but there are no vaccines available for these. Local papers normally report localized outbreaks. If you show symptoms, get to a doctor." "Guide to Ghana" by Philip Briggs Unfortunately we have not encountered the local remedy, but as soon as we learn it, we will pass it on. But bare in mind it is only really a concern in the North, above Kumasi, in the region containing Tamale and Mole National Park, during dry season.