A case of meningococcal meningitis has been confirmed in Blacksburg, according to a release from the Montgomery County Health Department and Virginia Tech’s Schiffert Health Center.
An individual, only identified as a non-Tech student, was in attendance for two parties in Blacksburg: a Friday, Oct. 1 party at 604 Kelsey Lane and a Saturday, Oct. 2 party at 246 Janie Lane.
Bacterial meningitis is spread through shared utensils or close contact with an infected individual. Symptoms of the illness include high fever, severe headache, stiff neck, nausea/vomiting, confusion, sensitivity to light and a rash. The illness may be preceded by a cold or sore throat.
Individuals who attended the parties or are experiencing any symptoms of meningococcal meningitis are encouraged to call Montgomery County Health Department at 540-381-7100 or Schiffert Health Center at 540-231-6444.
A version of this article appeared in the Oct 13 issue of the Collegiate Times.
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