Kissing teens offered lifesaving magnet

New research published in the British Medical Journal shows that ‘intimate' kissing with lots of partners quadruples the risk of meningitis in teenagers, on behalf of national charity Meningitis UK I would urge kissing teens to be more aware of the symptoms of meningitis and meningococcal septicaemia.

I do not want to stand in the way of young love, but I suggest that teenagers know what to look out for and act quickly if they suspect they or a friend are ill. That is why I would like to offer all your readers a free lifesaving fridge magnet.

This unique 'Know the Symptoms' magnet highlights the symptoms of bacterial meningitis and meningococcal septicaemia, explains how to carry out the ‘Tumbler Test' and urges people to seek medical help immediately if they suspect something is wrong.

For your free fridge magnet, please send an A5 self-addressed envelope with a 47p stamp on, to Meningitis UK, 25 Cleeve Wood Rd, Downend, Bristol, BS16 2SF.

I would also like to hear from families who have been affected by meningitis or anyone who may wish to support Meningitis UK. For more information please phone 0117 373 7373 or visit www.meningitisuk.org

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