Two teenagers in hospital with meningitis B

Two teenagers are receiving treatment in hospital after contracting meningitis B.

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) confirmed it was investigating two confirmed cases in the Suffolk area" but said "the risk to the wider public remains low".

It said the teenagers were "currently receiving treatment in hospital where they are recovering well".

UKHSA said it had "been undertaking extensive contact-tracing to identify close contacts of the teenagers" and "as a precautionary measure, those identified have been offered antibiotics and given information on the signs and symptoms of Meningitis B to look out for."

Dr Smita Kapadia, consultant in communicable disease control at the UKHSA, said: "We continue to work closely with partners to identify close contacts of the cases and offer treatment and advice. It is really important to be aware of the signs and symptoms of this disease as prompt treatment is the key to prevent the infection getting worse and spreading to others.

"Anyone can get meningitis and around 300 to 400 cases of meningococcal disease are diagnosed in England every year. It's most common in babies, young children, teenagers, and young adults."

The NHS says meningitis symptoms can develop suddenly and can include but are not limited to, a high temperature, joint and muscle pain and eye pain when looking at bright lights.

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