Kent State University student diagnosed with Neisseria meningitidis

Kent State student has ‘serious bacterial infection’

A Kent State student is receiving medical treatment for Neisseria meningitidis, a serious bacterial infection.

Kent State student diagnosed with bacterial infection

Anyone who was considered a close contact with the student has already been notified.

Kent State student diagnosed with Neisseria meningitidis

Kent State University sent out a health alert on Tuesday after a student was diagnosed with Neisseria meningitidis.According to the university, the student lives in Lake Hall and is receiving medical care.The Kent City Health Department is working with University Hospitals Portage Medical Center, Kent State and the Ohio Department of Health to ensure all appropriate health protocols are being followed.According to the university, anyone who has …

Kent State University student diagnosed with Neisseria meningitidis

According to school officials, the Kent City Health Department has identified and contacted all individuals who had close contact with the student.