Crete School Closes Following Meningitis Case

Sunday, 10 May 2026/Source: CretaOne/1 min read

A vocational high school (EPAL) in Moires, a town in the Phaistos municipality in southern Crete, has been ordered closed on Monday, May 11, following the detection of a bacterial meningitis case within the school. The closure was decided by the Mayor of Phaistos as a precautionary public health measure. Bacterial meningitis is a serious but uncommon infection. The case appears to be isolated to the school environment, and authorities have acted swiftly to limit any potential spread. There is no reported community outbreak at this time. For tourists visiting the Phaistos and Moires area, there is no indication of wider public risk. Standard hygiene precautions apply. If you experience symptoms such as sudden severe headache, stiff neck, fever, or sensitivity to light, seek medical attention promptly at the nearest health center or hospital.