Meningeal Infection - An infection of the protective membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord, known collectively as the meninges.⏎
Latent Infection - An infection that is currently not producing or showing any symptoms but has the potential of being reactivated and then manifesting symptoms.⏎
Metabolism - The sum total of chemical reactions that occur within a living cell both to build new molecules within the cell and break down and assimilate sources of energy for the cell.⏎
Immunization - The process of strengthening the body’s defense against a particular infectious agent, often accomplished by receiving a vaccine.⏎
Institute of Medicine - An independent, nonprofit organization that works outside of government to provide unbiased and authoritative advice on health and medicine to decision makers and the public.⏎