Scientists uncover why meningitis B outbreak in Kent was able to spread ‘quickly and dramatically’
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BBC Sep 22
Scientists discover why Kent meningitis outbreak was so severe: The bacteria responsible picked up some new genetic material, say experts.
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Scientists discover why Kent meningitis outbreak was so dangerous: Scientists have discovered why the bacteria that caused the Kent meningitis outbreak earlier ...
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Scientists reveal why Kent meningitis B outbreak was so deadly: The outbreak led to the deaths of a student at the University of Kent and a sixth-form pupil - ...
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Scientists uncover why meningitis B outbreak in Kent was able to spread ‘quickly and dramatically’
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