Men B - Current Outbreak in Kent: Advice to people in Scotland
• People in Scotland can be reassured that there is no increased risk of MenB or
other meningococcal disease here at present. Therefore, no additional vaccination
or catch-up campaigns are currently recommended locally.

Symptoms can include: a high temperature (fever) over 37.5ºC (99.5ºF), severe and
worsening headache, rapid breathing, drowsiness or confusion, shivering, vomiting
and diarrhoea, cold hands and feet, and joint and muscle pain. Meningococcal
disease can also cause a characteristic rash that does not fade when pressed with a
glass, stiff neck, and dislike of bright lights.
• Urgent medical help should be sought via 999 for an ambulance or through A&E. If
assistance is less urgent, contact 111 or your GP.
• More information is available on Meningitis | NHS inform or Sepsis | NHS inform