 I was there for my son's first breath and his last. The infection spread so fast. I just don't want others to go through this. My son did not have to die. School nurses nationwide urge you to listen to the voices of meningitis. Get preteens and teens vaccinated against this rare but serious disease. To learn more, go to voicesofmeningitis.org. Meningococcal disease can be devastating. Visit nmaus.org. Local talk. Afternoons at 4 with For the People.