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Source: https://www.odt.co.nz/star-news/star-christchurch/meningococcal-case-canterbury
Thursday, 31 August 2023
Meningococcal case in Canterbury
Te Whatu Ora is dealing with a case of meningococcal disease in Canterbury - but says it has no concerns about further transmission.
Meningococcal disease can cause death or permanent disabilities.
Canterbury Medical Officer of Health Dr Cheryl Brunton said all close contacts had been identified and treated with antibiotics.
She said to protect the person's privacy she could not provide comment on the location or clinical details unless there was a public health reason to do so.
In March, two 18-year-old students were admitted to Christchurch Hospital with meningococcal disease.
Dr Brunton strongly encouraged people who were eligible to get vaccinated for extra protection...
Thursday, 31 August 2023
Meningococcal case in Canterbury
Te Whatu Ora is dealing with a case of meningococcal disease in Canterbury - but says it has no concerns about further transmission.
Meningococcal disease can cause death or permanent disabilities.
Canterbury Medical Officer of Health Dr Cheryl Brunton said all close contacts had been identified and treated with antibiotics.
She said to protect the person's privacy she could not provide comment on the location or clinical details unless there was a public health reason to do so.
In March, two 18-year-old students were admitted to Christchurch Hospital with meningococcal disease.
Dr Brunton strongly encouraged people who were eligible to get vaccinated for extra protection...