We are aware of the meningitis B outbreak in the Canterbury/Kent area. We want to reassure our patients and the local community that there is currently no outbreak in Cornwall and no local public health alert has been issued.
What You Need to Know
Meningitis B is a serious illness that can progress quickly. Although the current situation is centred outside our region, it’s still important to be aware of the symptoms, which may include:
- Fever
- Severe headache
- Neck stiffness
- Rash
- Drowsiness or confusion
- Vomiting
- Cold hands and feet
If you notice any of these symptoms in yourself or someone else, please seek medical help immediately via NHS 111.
Further Guidance
For reliable information on symptoms, risks and protection, please refer to the official UK Health Security Agency guidance:
👉 https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/meningococcal-disease-guidance
We will continue to monitor updates and inform patients if the situation changes locally.