Simple way to check your meningitis vaccine status amid Kent outbreak
Meningitis outbreak: Doctor issues advice on checking vaccine status
- An outbreak of meningitis in Kent has resulted in the deaths of a university student and a year 13 pupil.
- The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) confirmed that 11 other people have also fallen ill with symptoms of meningitis and septicaemia.
- Dr Amir Khan appeared on Good Morning Britain to advise the public on checking their meningitis vaccination status.
- He recommended using the NHS app as a simple way to verify if one has received the vaccine.
- Individuals who are not vaccinated against meningitis should contact their GP surgery for guidance on how to receive the jab.
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