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.
In England, you can choose to set up a power of attorney for health and welfare matters.
This should be someone who you trust to act on your behalf when making decisions about your health, and can only be used if you are unable to make these decisions on your own.
You can fill out the form online or call the Office of the Public Guardian on 0300 456 3000 and ask for a paper copy to be posted to you.