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flag A Kent meningitis outbreak has led to 20 cases, with health officials urging checks for rashes in unusual spots and stressing rapid medical care.

flag Author Michael Rosen is urging the public to check for meningitis rashes in unexpected areas like armpits, groin, and soles of the feet after a Kent outbreak prompted 20 cases under investigation. flag Speaking on ITV’s Good Morning Britain, he emphasized the "glass test" to identify non-blanching rashes, recalling how his son Eddie’s rash only appeared in his armpits before he died suddenly from the infection. flag Meningitis, which affects young people most, can progress rapidly with symptoms including fever, headache, stiff neck, and drowsiness. flag GPs are now prescribing antibiotics to those who visited a Canterbury nightclub or attended the University of Kent between March 5–7. flag The NHS stresses immediate medical attention if symptoms arise.

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