ANSWER: Encephalitis means inflammation of the brain, which is a rare condition. It can be caused by infections (especially viruses) or autoimmune reactions, including antibody-mediated encephalitis.

Encephalitis International on Monday launched a new recognition tool to help Filipinos easily identify early warning signs of encephalitis, a disease that, if diagnosed late, could lead to severe ...

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Early recognition is emerging as the front line in the fight against encephalitis, as global health experts highlight the urgent need to identify warning signs sooner to prevent death and lifelong ...

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Health officials with the CDC have issued urgent travel warnings for a deadly virus surging in a popular luxury vacation destination, advising travelers 'to practice advanced precautions.' ...

Federal health officials have issued another urgent travel warning for a highly infectious mosquito-borne illness spreading in the Americas that leads to muscle aches, rashes and arthritis.

On World Encephalitis Day, experts urge early recognition and timely treatment to prevent lifelong disability or death ...

Scientists have zeroed in on a critical weak spot behind a rare but devastating brain autoimmune disorder often known as ...

February 22 marks World Encephalitis Day, helping to raise awareness of a disease many don't know about.

A 74-year-old Oklahoma man is in remission after doctors identified a rare autoimmune brain disease following years of misdiagnoses. TULSA, Okla. - An Oklahoma man is in full remission after doctors ...

Frequent dry eyes may signal more than simple irritation and could be an early warning sign of an autoimmune disease. This ...