People who attended the Spilt Milk competition in Canberra final weekend have been requested to watch for signs of meningococcal.
ACT Well being issued an alert on Saturday afternoon after an individual who's at present in Canberra Hospital attended the competition.
Anybody who attended the occasion at Exhibition Park on Saturday, November 26 ought to pay attention to the signs and act instantly if they seem.
ACT Chief Well being Officer Dr Kerryn Coleman mentioned that though meningococcal illness is unusual, it may be extreme and result in life-long issues or demise.
"One of many extra well-known signs is a rash however this is probably not current in any respect, or could come very late within the sickness" Coleman mentioned.
Signs of meningococcal illness are non-specific however embody:
- sudden onset of fever
- headache
- neck stiffness
- joint ache
- a rash of red-purple spots or bruises
- dislike of vibrant lights
- nausea and vomiting
Coleman mentioned not all the signs could also be current without delay.
"Folks can carry meningococcal micro organism of their throats and never have signs, however cross it on to shut contacts.
"In the event you suspect signs of meningococcal illness, please search medical evaluation instantly."