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⚠️ Meningitis Information for Kent & Medway Kent & Medway NHS has published an information hub with the latest updates o...
20/03/2026

⚠️ Meningitis Information for Kent & Medway

Kent & Medway NHS has published an information hub with the latest updates on the meningococcal outbreak in east Kent: https://www.kmhealthandcare.uk/meningitis-information

It includes guidance on symptoms to watch for, details of where eligible individuals can access preventative antibiotics, updates on the targeted vaccination programme for affected student groups, and information about the UKHSA helpline for anyone concerned.

Staying informed helps keep the wider community safe.

Dear PatientsPlease refer to the following website where the latest updates in regard to the Meningitis outbreak, as the...
18/03/2026

Dear Patients

Please refer to the following website where the latest updates in regard to the Meningitis outbreak, as they occur will be added:

https://www.kentandmedway.icb.nhs.uk/news/meningitis-outbreak-in-canterbury-4187?fbclid=IwdGRjcAQmj4RjbGNrBCZXkWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAGJyaWQRMW1sWjMwV0VZcnR5WXoxSm9zcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe-lPPcXDxfrLn6qXPkjQqiQnc2CT2QCniP5YKlUh8Ofj-TY3j2tqOjxw0_Iw_aem_pj4PygOtZYEmt1aoDw27OQ

The latest information and updates from NHS Kent and Medway.

Dear Patients- please see contact number below for general enquiries regarding Meningitis:
17/03/2026

Dear Patients- please see contact number below for general enquiries regarding Meningitis:

Update: 17.3.26
17/03/2026

Update: 17.3.26

16/03/2026

📢 Extra help is now available.

People who visited Club Chemistry on March 5, 6 and 7 are eligible for free medication at four temporary clinics.

People who live on the University of Kent campus at Canterbury and close household contacts of cases who have been identified by UK Health Security Agency or who self-identify as having contact with a confirmed case are also eligible.

No booking is needed and you do not need to bring ID, but bring your NHS number if you have it. A bottle of water is recommended.

16,000 students in the Canterbury area have already been contacted by the UK Health Security Agency and have been offered antibiotics on the University of Kent campus.

Antibiotic clinic details

📍 Senate Building, University of Kent, CT2 7NZ
Open until 8pm tonight, last patient at 7.30pm and tomorrow from 8am to 8pm.

📍Gate Clinic, Kent and Canterbury Hospital, Ethelbert Road, Canterbury CT1 3NG
Open today until 8pm (last patient at 7.30pm and tomorrow from 8.30am).

📍Thanet Community Health Hub, Northwood Road, Broadstairs, CT10 2WA
Open tonight from 5 to 7pm and Tuesday, 17 March from 8.30am to 8pm (last patient 7.30pm)

📍Westgate Hall, Westgate Hall Road, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2BT
From Tuesday, 17 March from 8.30am to 7.30pm

Dear PatientsFurther information regarding reports of Meningitis outbreak in Kent, Please see letter below from UK Healt...
16/03/2026

Dear Patients

Further information regarding reports of Meningitis outbreak in Kent, Please see letter below from UK Health Security Agency.

At this time, if you have missed your vaccine we will make contact with you.

For more information, visit the NHS website https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/ or see information from two charities who offer free support via their websites and helplines:

The Meningitis Research Foundation
Www.meningitis.org
Helpline: 080 8800 3344

Meningitis Now
Www.meningitisnow.org
Helpline: 0808 80 10 388
Or helpline@meningitisnow.org

We will keep you updated, as we get information in.

Thank you

Please see the attached link to the NHS guidance
16/03/2026

Please see the attached link to the NHS guidance

Read about meningitis, an infection of the protective membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord. Find out about the symptoms, vaccines and treatments.

16/03/2026
https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2025/10/31/what-is-meningitis-symptoms-risks-and-how-to-protect-yourself/?fbclid=IwY2xjawQkEdp...
16/03/2026

https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2025/10/31/what-is-meningitis-symptoms-risks-and-how-to-protect-yourself/?fbclid=IwY2xjawQkEdpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETBPMGoyYWJXREpzWmJiN25Tc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHlTO_bpWXHeiaWxPWLR4o2-gZD_79_MFLeAr3wbzosV1d1uYsGZ9JcLip-TU_aem_LXqg1uPjGb08471cUKv1og

Meningitis is a serious condition where the protective layers (meninges) around the brain and spinal cord become inflamed. It has many causes, such as different germs, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi. In the UK, most cases are due to bacteria

Vaccines protect your child from measles, whooping cough and other serious illnesses. 🧒Check if your child has missed va...
06/03/2026

Vaccines protect your child from measles, whooping cough and other serious illnesses. 🧒

Check if your child has missed vaccinations, look in their red book or speak to your GP practice.
🔗 http://nhs.uk/childhoodvaccinations

03/03/2026

Dear Patients

The fastest way to get direct access to Mocketts Wood Surgery, please use the link below.

This service is triaged by Dr Sree & Dr Reddy.

Contact us about your request

If you're having a tough time, you may be struggling with feelings of depression, excessive worry, social anxiety, post-...
03/03/2026

If you're having a tough time, you may be struggling with feelings of depression, excessive worry, social anxiety, post-traumatic stress or obsessions and compulsions.

There's support out there. NHS Talking Therapies can help.

The service is effective, confidential and free.

Your GP can refer you or refer yourself at http://nhs.uk/talk.

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Hopeville Avenue
Thanet
CT102TR

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 6:30pm
Thursday 8am - 6:30pm
Friday 8am - 6:30pm

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