Vaccination response after Weymouth meningitis cases

Monday, 20 April 2026 07:10

By Shaun Moore

Health teams have been carrying out vaccinations in Weymouth following meningitis cases. Three cases of meningitis B have been confirmed. Officials say the risk is low but precautions are being taken.

UK Health Security Agency says public health teams have been carrying out vaccinations over the weekend in Weymouth.

The action follows three confirmed cases of meningitis B in young people.

Antibiotics have also been issued to close contacts as a precaution.

Officials say the overall risk to the wider public remains low.

However, additional measures are being taken to limit any potential spread.

Support for young people, including further vaccinations, is set to continue this week across the affected area.

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