Signs and symptoms videos
What is meningitis? What are the main signs and symptoms? Find out in these short videos
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Spencer's story
I held Spencer in my arms. The devastation and emptiness is something I can never forget
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Hayley's story
Hayley, from Saltash in Cornwall, suffered unbearable headaches and specialists discovered a defect in the base of her skull, which explains why she was prone to meningitis
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Charlie Y's story
Gwen’s young son Charlie was full of energy and excitement from his birthday party but went downhill quickly. Fortunately Gwen, from Montrose, trusted her instincts and called an ambulance
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Mia B's story
Our lives were turned upside down and torn apart in the early hours of Wednesday 9th March. Our daughter, Mia, was just coming up to 18 months
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Ways we can help you
Meningitis can leave you bereaved or needing specialist support. We are here.
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Latest news
Read our latest news stories
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Friendship wall appeal
Add a message, show your support
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Fight for now
Visit our microsite aimed specifically at 16-25 year olds
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Featured events
Find links to our current featured events
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Meningitis vaccines
There is no vaccine to protect against all types of meningitis, so remaining vigilant is vital, read the latest information here
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Ways you can volunteer
Our amazing volunteers mean we can reach our goals. Wherever you are in the UK, you can help us
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Current research projects
We are proud to be funding multiple research projects across the UK
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Download our mobile app
Our free apps for smart phones are like mini versions of our website
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Meningitis Now Forum
Share your meningitis experiences with like minded people and ask questions about the disease
We are reliant on people like you helping us to raise the £4 million we need to support people facing meningitis every year
We are reliant on people like you helping us to raise the £4 million we need to support people facing meningitis every year