Viral meningitis is seen most often in children and young adults, but anyone can catch viral meningitis. Outbreaks are rare. Another person catches the virus by getting it in their nose or mouth, either through direct contact or possibly through droplets in the air. Very few people who become infected with enteroviruses actually develop meningitis. Illness usually lasts less than 10 days.
People usually recover fully.
No specific treatment is available. Hand washing helps prevent infection Hands should be washed with soap and water after using the toilet, after changing diapers, before touching food and eating, and after sneezing or coughing.