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There is currently an ongoing outbreak of invasive meningococcal disease (a form of meningitis) in Kent. Meningitis is a serious condition and is most common in the younger age bracket, including young adults. We would like to reassure everyone that Bath College are receiving regular updates from the UK BANES area Health Protection Agency and work closely with them during any outbreak.
Meningococcal disease (meningitis and septicaemia) is an uncommon but serious disease caused by meningococcal bacteria. Very occasionally, the meningococcal bacteria can cause serious illness, (inflammation of the lining of the brain) and septicaemia (blood poisoning), which can rapidly lead to sepsis.
The onset of illness is often sudden and early diagnosis and treatment with antibiotics are vital.
Early symptoms, which may not always be present, include:
Young people going on to university or college for the first time are particularly at risk of meningitis because they mix with so many other students, some of whom are unknowingly carrying the bacteria at the back of their nose and throat.
There are numerous strains of the meningococcal infection. The MenACWY vaccination gives good protection against MenA, MenC, MenW, and MenY and is routinely offered to teenagers in school Years 9 and 10. However, this vaccine does not protect against all forms of meningitis. Other strains such as MenB can circulate in young adults, which is why it’s important to know how to spot the symptoms of Meningitis and septicaemia as early detection and treatment can save lives.
Further information on meningococcal disease is available from:
Meningitis Now: www.meningitisnow.org 0808 80 10 388 (9am – 8pm)
Please be assured that should the current situation change we will take the appropriate action with our BANES and NHS partners.