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Meningitis Scare at Surrey University
8 Jun
Summary
- A meningitis case was confirmed at the University of Surrey.
- Public health officials are offering antibiotics and vaccinations.
- Large outbreaks of meningitis are thankfully rare, officials state.
A case of meningitis has been confirmed at the University of Surrey, prompting public health officials to issue advice to students. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is collaborating with partners to arrange preventative measures.
These measures include the provision of antibiotics and vaccinations for individuals identified as close contacts. The UKHSA has stated there is no evidence linking this case to any prior infections or outbreaks.
Officials acknowledge that news of meningococcal infection can be concerning, but stress that the bacterium requires very close contact to transmit. They also noted that large-scale outbreaks are infrequent, referencing a past outbreak in Kent earlier this year where two deaths occurred.
