Eight obscure ways you can get meningitis - from vaping to cutlery
An outbreak of meningitis in Kent has prompted a review of less common transmission routes, including sharing cutlery, vaping, and exposure to second-hand smoke.Summary
Following an outbreak of meningitis in Kent that has tragically resulted in two deaths and 15 confirmed cases of invasive meningococcal disease, health officials are highlighting less-known ways the infection can spread. While close contact is a primary factor, meningitis can potentially be contracted through sharing everyday items like cutlery, toothbrushes, and vapes due to the transmission of saliva and droplets. Other obscure routes include kissing, exposure to second-hand smoke (particularly dangerous for young children), unwashed hands carrying enteroviruses, and even rare cases linked to parasites like tapeworms, tuberculosis, and fungal spores. The article emphasizes the importance of good hygiene practices and awareness of these less common transmission methods to help prevent infection.
(Source：Mirror)
