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Meningitis Outbreak in Kent Claims Two Lives, Urges Action

3/19/2026

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The meningitis outbreak in Kent has caused two deaths, including 18-year-old Juliette and 19-year-old Casey Marlow.
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has urged Club Chemistry attendees from March 5–7 to seek preventive antibiotics.
Thirteen confirmed cases have been reported.
Louise Jones-Roberts, the club’s owner, said she would have closed the venue if she had known about the diagnosis.
The University of Kent has canceled in-person exams and events.

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Story summary

The meningitis outbreak in Kent has caused two deaths, including 18-year-old Juliette and 19-year-old Casey Marlow.
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has urged Club Chemistry attendees from March 5–7 to seek preventive antibiotics.
Thirteen confirmed cases have been reported.
Louise Jones-Roberts, the club’s owner, said she would have closed the venue if she had known about the diagnosis.
The University of Kent has canceled in-person exams and events.