Australia: Perth student dies of Meningococcal infection; 21-year-old fell ill on flight, died hours later

A 21-year-old Perth man, Zander Philogene, tragically died from a severe Meningococcal B strain. He fell ill on a flight in Europe and passed away within hours of showing symptoms. His uncle urged travellers to seek medical help for any illness. Experts suggest a new aggressive variant may be responsible.

Australia: Perth student dies of Meningococcal infection; 21-year-old fell ill on flight, died hours later
A 21-year-old Perth man, Zander Philogene, tragically died from a severe Meningococcal B strain. He fell ill on a flight in Europe and passed away within hours of showing symptoms. His uncle urged travellers to seek medical help for any illness. Experts suggest a new aggressive variant may be responsible.