The latest updates regarding the meningitis outbreak are available here: https://www.kentandmedway.icb.nhs.uk/news/meningitis-outbreak-in-the-canterbury-area-4187
Please note that for those concerned about contact with the condition, UK Health Security Agency are leading on the response via special clinics which have been set up – please see the link for details.
Preventative antibiotics are NOT available through your GP and we are also not currently able to give Meningitis vaccines outside of the standard UK vaccination schedule.
If you are UNWELL with any combination of fever, rash, neck stiffness, headache or severe dislike of bright light – we advise urgent A&E attendance.
