BABY IN CRITICAL CONDITION, FIGHTING FOR LIFE! Infected with meningitis after epidemic declared
Health officials are urging young people to avoid close contact such as kissing, as well as sharing drinks and e-cigarettes, as the bacteria are transmitted through prolonged close contact.
BABY IN CRITICAL CONDITION, FIGHTING FOR LIFE! Infected with meningitis after epidemic declared A young girl named Nala-Rose from Folkestone has contracted meningitis, confirmed to be the same strain as a recent epidemic declared in Kent, where two young people have died and at least 15 are infected. Her family has started a fundraiser to support her treatment and acknowledge she will likely face lasting consequences from the severe infection. Health authorities are urging young people to avoid close contact and sharing items due to the rapid spread of an aggressive meningitis B strain.
- A young girl, Nala-Rose, is in critical condition with meningitis, confirmed to be the same strain as a current epidemic in Kent.
- Two young people have died and at least 15 have been infected in the Kent outbreak.
- Nala-Rose’s family is fundraising for her medical care and acknowledges she will suffer permanent consequences.
- Health officials are concerned about the rapid spread of an aggressive meningitis B strain, particularly among young people.
- Advice includes avoiding close contact, sharing drinks, and e-cigarettes to prevent transmission.
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