Bacterial Meningitis

FREE Meningitis Vaccinations…TODAY June 12th!

*Our family, along with the thousands of other families that have been devastated by Bacterial Meningitis can only imagine what our lives would be like now, if someone would have informed us of this disease and the vaccine that could have p…revented it… Save you & your loved ones…come TODAY to Sierra’s FREE Meningitis Vaccination… read more

Remember Sierra…..

On April 10th, 5 years ago from today, this world lost one of the most beautiful, loving, happy, compassionate people anyone has ever known. On Easter morning 2007, Sierra was her happy, healthy self & by evening she became sick with flu-like symptoms. Within 24 hours she was in the Emergency Room on a ventilator.… read more

Amazing young woman who survived Bacterial Meningitis

When she was 19, Amy Purdy lost both her legs below the knee. And now … she’s a pro snowboarder. In this powerful talk, she shows us how to draw inspiration from life’s obstacles. Please take 10 minutes and watch Amy’s inspirational story: http://www.ted.com/talks/amy_purdy_living_beyond_limits.html#.TtKkiym7Hi1.email… read more

Free Meningitis Vaccination Clinic!!

FREE Vaccination Clinic!! (SAVE UP TO $150 !) What: FREE Meningitis Vaccinations (Menveo) When: Tuesday, Nov. 8th from 4-8pm Where: Crossroads Church in Loveland (5420 N. Taft Ave.) Who: NEW!  Ages 2-55 years (based on first-come, first-serve basis) *NEW RECOMMENDATION:  If you have already received your Meningitis vaccination – it is recommended that you receive another vaccine… read more

More teens encouraged to get the meningitis vaccine

http://www.kdvr.com/news/kdvr-teens-meningitis-vaccine-20110815,0,2667532.story DENVER — The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and Colorado State University are joining forces to launch “Voices of Meningitis” campaign. Their goal is to increase awareness about the potentially fatal disease, and to encourage preteens and teenagers to get vaccinated. Lisa Krizman lost her daughter to meningitis in April of 2007.… read more

Broad Coalition of Advocates, Public Call on CDC to Recommend Infant Meningitis Vaccine

DENVER, July 27, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Frankie Milley, Colorado Meningitis Angels and advocates for minority and underserved communities gathered during a press conference on Monday, July 25, in Denver, to add their voices to the widespread public and stakeholder support for infant meningitis vaccines being considered by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).… read more

The Race is on to End Bacterial Meningitis

Loveland, CO (PRWEB) March 19, 2011 Sierra’s Race Against Meningitis, the annual 5K race founded by the Krizman family & close friends, is scheduled for April 30th and is aiming to put a stop to the deadly disease that took the life of 20-year old, Sierra Marie Krizman. 4 years ago this April, meningitis struck… read more

Bacterial Meningococcal Disease Video Contest

Bacterial meningococcal disease (also referred to as bacterial meningitis) is a very serious and sometimes fatal disease.  This film contest is meant to increase awareness about this disease and methods of prevention.  EVENT INFORMATION! 1st Place Winner: Receives $500 cash prize! 2nd Place Winner: Receives $250 cash prize! *The winning videos will remain on YouTube… read more

Larimer meningococcal deaths impetus for Wyoming vaccine bill

Sometimes the tragic passing of those afflicted by an illness can move others so much that it inspires them to do all they can to prevent similar deaths from happening in other places.  Nearly four years after 20 year-old Sierra Krizman of Loveland died of bacterial meningitis, a group of Casper, Wyo., high school students… read more

Join us on January 31st at Nordy's!

Nordy’s BBQ in Fort Collins is hosting a Community Fundraiser Night next Monday, January 31st! A portion of all proceeds, after 5:00pm, will go to Sierra’s Race Against Meningitis!! We would love to see you there! We greatly appreciate your ongoing support!!  Nordy’s Ft. Collins Address: 151 N. College Ave… read more