Encephalitis is a disease referring to the inflammation or swelling of the brain. Broadly, it can happen because of infections, including viral infections, or the immune system acting up. That’s why ...

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A NEUROI ECTIOUS disease specialist on Monday urged the public to recognize the early signs of encephalitis, ahead of World Encephalitis Day on Feb. 22. In an exclusive interview with The Manila Times ...