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University of Bath Urges Vigilance Amid Explosive Meningitis Outbreak Wednesday, March 18, 2026 meningitis outbreak university health ukhsa bacterial antibiotics students kent meningococcal The University of Bath has issued a serious warning to students and staff to remain alert for symptoms of meningitis following a rapidly escalating outbreak in Kent. The university specifically urges those in student-facing … Read More
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