Research and analysis
Invasive meningococcal disease statistical releases
Statistical release in response to cases of invasive meningococcal disease in the UK.
Applies to England
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The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has been investigating an invasive meningococcal disease outbreak first detected in March 2026.
This release provides an up-to-date count of notified cases suspected to be connected to the incident and will be updated regularly until the incident is closed.
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Published 17 March 2026