Meningitis Outbreak in UK University and Schools Causes Two Deaths, Multiple Illnesses

A rare invasive meningitis outbreak at the University of Kent and nearby schools in the UK has resulted in two deaths, including a university student and a school pupil, and left 11 others seriously ill. The UK Health Security Agency reported 13 cases between March 13 and 15, providing antibiotics to those potentially exposed. The specific bacterial strain remains unidentified, and health authorities are urging students to take precautions amid ongoing investigations into possible links to social gatherings in Canterbury.