In babies, viruses such as enteroviruses can cause encephalitis. The herpes simplex virus can also cause life-threatening seizures and brain infection. According to a study reported in February 2012 in the journal The Lancet, group B strep remains the most common bacterial cause of meningitis in newborns.
Although many assume it only takes college students four years to complete their bachelorâs degree, information released by the National Center for Education Statistics show that the average student takes an extra six months beyond their four years to actually obtain a degree.
In order to complete the 120 credits that are usually needed to earn a bachelor's degree, students usually spend at least four years in college. However, there are also degree completion and accelerated programs that take less time, as well as professional and dual degree options that take longer.