Cases of Invasive Meningococcal Disease Confirmed in Kent
Statement issued by the UK Health Security Agency on 15 March 2026 Cases of Invasive Meningococcal Disease Confirmed in Kent The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and NHS are arranging antibiotics for some students in the Canterbury area of Kent following a number of cases of invasive meningococcal disease. The specific strain has not been identified at the present time. From 13 to 15 March 2026, 13 cases were notified with signs and symptoms of meningitis and septicaemia to UKHSA. Sadly, 2...
