Meningitis Outbreak: UK Confirms More Cases, Expands Vaccination Efforts

The case count is up to 29, with two confirmed deaths.

Students stand in line for meningitis vaccination on the University of Kent campus in Canterbury, England, on March 19, 2026. Dan Kitwood/Getty Images

UK officials on March 20 reported more cases of invasive meningococcal disease as they expand efforts to give students vaccines and antibiotics.

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said that as of midday on March 19, it has been notified of 18 confirmed cases and 19 probable cases. That marks two new cases from the previous day.