Meningococcal Meningitis Outbreak at Berkshire Schools
2 UPDATES · 2 DAYS · 14 MAY 2026 — 15 MAY 2026
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Latest · 15 May 2026
A meningococcal meningitis outbreak has been confirmed at three Berkshire schools, leading to public concern and precautionary measures.
What this timeline covers
This event covers the meningitis outbreak in Reading, including the death of a student and the treatment of two others, along with any reactions, analyses, and follow-up developments related to this specific occurrence. It excludes other actions or events involving the UK Health Security Agency, the affected individuals, or the broader region of Berkshire unless they are directly related to and a development of this specific meningitis outbreak.
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