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flag An 18-year-old Pennsylvania teen died from bacterial meningitis, prompting school safety measures but no closures.

flag An 18-year-old Neshaminy High School senior, Ryan Duffy, died on October 14, 2025, from Streptococcus pneumoniae bacterial meningitis after several days in intensive care. flag The Neshaminy School District confirmed the case in a letter to parents, noting the infection doesn’t spread easily through casual contact. flag Enhanced cleaning was carried out, but no quarantine or closures were deemed necessary. flag Health officials said the bacteria, transmitted through respiratory droplets, can cause severe brain inflammation and death, though vaccination offers strong protection. flag The source of Duffy’s infection remains unknown. flag His death has left the community mourning and renewed attention on the importance of meningitis awareness and prevention.

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