17/03/2026
Important - Meningitis B - Information for Parents and Patients -
Firstly, there is no cause for undue concern. This is currently understood to be a localised incident in the Canterbury area, and the overall risk remains low. We would encourage you to review the official NHS / UKHSA guidance here: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/cases-of-invasive-meningococcal-...