Kent Meningitis Outbreak: Two Deaths, MenB Strain Hits Students
An outbreak of MenB meningitis in Kent has led to two deaths, with cases linked to a Canterbury nightclub. Health authorities are distributing antibiotics and vaccines to students.
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A MenB meningitis outbreak at the University of Kent has led to two deaths and 13 confirmed cases, highlighting gaps in vaccination coverage among young adults and the need for sustained public health investment.
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Canterbury's student hangouts are eerily quiet as many students head home early for Easter after a meningitis outbreak, with exams moved online and precautionary antibiotics offered.
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Meningitis Outbreak Sparks Vaccine Rush in Kent
Parents are frantically contacting pharmacies for meningitis vaccines after a Kent outbreak killed two and left 13 seriously ill, causing supplies to run low amid soaring demand.
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Meningitis B Outbreak: 5,000 Kent Students Offered Vaccine
A targeted vaccination programme is underway for 5,000 students at the University of Kent after an unprecedented meningitis B outbreak linked to a Canterbury nightclub left two dead.
Kent Meningitis Outbreak: Infant Fights for Life Amid Spread Fears
A baby girl from Folkestone is critically ill with meningitis B as the Kent outbreak deepens. Health officials fear a 'second wave' as students travel for Easter, with 15 cases and 2 deaths confirmed.
Kent Student's Meningitis Ordeal Leaves Her Immobilised
Annabelle Mackay, a University of Kent law student, was left unable to see, move or speak after contracting meningitis B following a night out in Canterbury. Her harrowing story highlights the deadly outbreak that has claimed two lives.
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How to Get Meningitis B Vaccine During Kent Outbreak
Dr Amir Khan details how to obtain the MenB vaccine privately as two deaths and 11 serious cases are reported in Canterbury. The NHS only offers it to babies, leaving older groups vulnerable.
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