The HSE has issued a notice to the general public after a young adult died of meningitis in Co Limerick in late September.
In a statement released today, the HSE said that the Department of Public Health Mid-West is investigating a "single case of confirmed meningococcal disease in Limerick".
The HSE said that close contacts have been contacted and offered treatment.
"Person-to-person spread of meningococcal disease is very unusual, especially with others who are not a household or physically close personal contact.
"While the risk to the wider community is considered low, we do want the general public to be aware of the signs and symptoms of this disease," said the HSE.
Signs and symptoms may include: severe headaches, fever, vomiting, drowsiness, discomfort from bright light, neck stiffness, rash.
The HSE is advising that if anyone has concerns, they should contact their GP immediately.
Meningitis is a serious illness involving inflammation of the membranes covering the brain and spinal cord.
It can be caused by a variety of different germs, mainly bacteria and viruses. Bacterial meningitis is less common but usually more serious than viral meningitis and requires urgent treatment with antibiotics.
