Young person in life-threatening condition with meningococcal B infection
Authorities said the patient is on life support at a hospital in Adelaide.
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ABC (AU): A young adult has been diagnosed with invasive meningococcal disease, South Australia's 22nd case this year.
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Nine.com.au: Authorities said the patient is on life support at a hospital in Adelaide.
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