BUTTE COUNTY, Calif. – A concerning situation has unfolded in Butte County as the Department of Public Health confirmed a case of Neisseria meningitis in an individual visiting Chico from another county. Neisseria meningitis, a dangerous bacteria causing meningococcal disease, has raised alarms in the community.
The infected individual attended parties at local fraternity houses in downtown Chico during late April, potentially exposing others to the illness. Those who were present at the same gatherings should urgently reach out to the student health center or their healthcare provider to discuss their possible exposure to Neisseria meningitis, as advised by the Butte County Public Health.
The nature of Neisseria meningitis transmission, which can occur through close contact or respiratory droplets from coughing, raises concerns for those in attendance at the fraternity events. It emphasizes the importance of prompt action and awareness within the community to prevent further spread of the disease.
Chico State University students, in particular, are urged to stay informed and vigilant by accessing emergency alerts and updates on the university’s official website. This resource can provide crucial information to students and residents on how to protect themselves and those around them from Neisseria meningitis.