Number of meningitis cases linked to Kent outbreak rises to 27
A meningitis B outbreak in Kent has grown to 27 confirmed cases, with two deaths and widespread vaccination efforts underway across multiple educational institutions.
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Two deaths from meningitis occurred in Kent, with 13 confirmed cases of meningitis and septicaemia reported in the Canterbury area, prompting preventive antibiotic distribution to students.