Library House Surgery

We’ve had a number of calls about recent reports of invasive meningococcal disease cases in Kent.

We’d like to reassure our patients that these cases are being managed locally, and there is currently no increased risk in our area in the North West.

Meningococcal disease is rare but serious. Please only seek medical advice if you or your child have symptoms such as fever, severe headache, neck stiffness, sensitivity to light, vomiting, or a rash that does not fade when pressed.

Please note, we are not able to offer meningococcal vaccines outside of the routine NHS eligible groups, including on a private basis.

If you are concerned about possible meningitis or sepsis, seek urgent medical help via NHS 111 or 999.

For more information, please see the official update:

Cases of invasive meningococcal disease notified in Kent Latest updates from the ongoing outbreak.