Meningitis

Meningitis is inflammation of the membranes of the brain (cerebral meningitis) or spinal cord (spinal meningitis) Meningitis usually refers to infection by bacteria or viruses. Most common symptoms include headache, neck stiffness, fever and altered consciousness. Most cases run a benign course once treated with antibiotics and prognosis is good. Only a small percentage of cases cause residual neurological damage

What information should my client provide?

Your customer should complete General medical disclosure fast-track questionnaire 

Facts

Bacterial meningitis is most common in children who are under five years of age, and in particular in babies under the age of one. It is also common among teenagers aged 15 to 19 years. C

Source: https://www.hse.ie

Likely Underwriting Acceptance:

	Life Cover	Specified Illness Cover	Income Protection
Less than 6 months since full recovery	Postpone	Postpone	Postpone
Over 6 months , Fully recovered without any residual problems	Standard Rates	Standard Rates	Standard Rates

Please note that likely acceptance terms are indicative only and cases are subject to full underwriting.