Ex-Meningitis Patient Is Pro-Vaccine
There’s a new law in Texas that says all college students must get a meningitis vaccine before heading off to school in the fall. Jamie Schanbaum knows exacly how important that is — she nearly lost her life to the bacterial form of the disease. She stopped by Good Day to tell her story this ...
NBC:DFW- Jamie’s Law Expanded After Death of A&M Student
State Sen. Wendy Davis talks about the expansion of a Texas law that now requires all college students to be immunized for meningitis.
NBC:DFW – Meningitis Victim: Fellow Cyclists Are Inspirational
Jamie Schanbaum, whose fingers and legs below the knee were amputated after she contracted meningitis, says it’s it has been exciting to compete in cycling races.
NBC:DFW- Meningitis Victim: “It’s Amazing How Fast It Can Happen”
Jamie Schanbaum, who inspired a state law requiring meningitis vaccinations for college students, talks about how she contracted the bacteria while living on-campus at University of Texas at Austin.
Austin 360 Article
Jamie Schanbaum, who lost limbs to meningococcal septicemia, learns to ride bicycle
MY BIKE!!
hello viewers!! I thought I should tell everyone about my wonderful month of October(and now November), and how significant it was to me! As most people know, I started training for my bike in June, where I met Sean Ahmadi, my trainer. Him and I met atleast twice a week, where we focused on strengthening ...
Dallas Morning News Article 2
New Texas law mandates meningitis shot for college students living on campus
