Meningitis Outbreak in Kent: 27 Cases, 2 Deaths

0:00On March 20th, a meningitis outbreak in Kent has now reached 27 confirmed or suspected cases, up from 20 just a day earlier. The National Health Service reports that 2,360 vaccines and 9,840 antibiotic doses have been administered as of yesterday afternoon. Health officials expanded eligibility for the men be vaccine to include anyone who visited Club Chemistry between March 5th and 15th, Year 12. In 13 students at affected schools, plus students and staff at the University of Kent and Canterbury Christchurch University, along with close. Contacts of cases. Those who have left the area can now get vaccinated through their local doctor. Two young women have died from the infection, including 18-year-old Juliet Kenny, who fell ill suddenly after feeling fine during a school. Sports session on March 12th, and a 21-year-old University of Kent student, Juliet's father described her as fit and strong, before she deteriorated rapidly and passed away two

1:00days later, despite medical efforts. To man remains high, with cues forming at a temporary clinic on the University of Kent campus, and some people turned away yesterday. Three new vaccination sites open today in Canterbury, FA, and Asford to handle the surge. Fresh numbers on cases and treatments should come in later today, as authorities work to protect those most at risk and push for broader routine men be. Students, routines, and young adults.