Two young women have died and at least 13 people are hospitalized following an outbreak of epidemic meningitis in the United Kingdom, according to Swedish media reports. The victims are identified as an 18-year-old and a 21-year-old. " The majority of cases have been traced to a nightclub in Kent, particularly among those who visited the establishment during the first week of March.
The reports indicate the outbreak involves epidemic meningitis, a serious inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. The incident has prompted health authorities to investigate the source and spread of the infection.
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