A case of meningitis has been reported at a vocational high school (EPAL) in Crete. Health authorities have ordered the school to remain closed as a precautionary measure while the situation is monitored and contact tracing is carried out. Meningitis is a bacterial or viral infection causing inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. This incident is localized to the school environment and poses no direct risk to tourists visiting Crete. Visitors should maintain standard hygiene practices such as regular handwashing and avoiding close contact with visibly unwell individuals. If you experience symptoms such as sudden severe headache, stiff neck, fever, or sensitivity to light, seek medical attention promptly. Local health services are managing the situation, and no wider public health alert has been issued for the island.
