Meningitis Outbreak Sparks Fear and Action at University of Kent
Students describe the alarming spread of videos on social media as two die from meningitis at the University of Kent, leading to antibiotics and exam changes.
As the news of a deadly meningitis outbreak at the University of Kent spreads, students find themselves grappling with a sense of fear and uncertainty. Just days after a night out at Club Chemistry, a local nightclub, student Joe Bradshaw realized he had been linked to the outbreak that has claimed the lives of two individuals - a university student and a sixth-former.
The realization has prompted Bradshaw to reflect on his past week, growing increasingly concerned about the individuals he has been in contact with. This sentiment is echoed across the campus, as students queue for antibiotics and exams are moved online in an effort by officials to control the outbreak and prevent further spread.
Source: The Guardian
