Update on meningitis cases in Kent

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is currently investigating an outbreak of invasive meningococcal disease in the Canterbury area of Kent. A number of patients have contacted the practice regarding this, and we would like to provide reassurance and share the latest public health advice.

At present, this outbreak is localised to Kent, and there is no evidence of wider community spread in London. The UKHSA is actively managing the situation and contacting those considered to be at higher risk directly.

All updates to the situation are being published here.

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Additional services for urgent medical help – Merton

Merton has set up weekend services and additional capacity to ease the pressure on the urgent care system this weekend. To access these services, the number to call is 0333 332 4364.

Please only use this if you require urgent medical help which is not a life-threatening 999 emergency.

You will be assessed by a clinician and offered an appointment if clinically required. This may be a video appointment or a face-to-face appointment.

The number will be accessible between 8am and 8pm on Saturday (06/02) and Sunday (07/02). Outside of these hours, please use NHS 111 online or call 111.