News stories

Latest data on incidence of meningococcal meningitis and septicaemia in England shows a reduction in cases during 2020-21 - although as we saw last week, MenB is now on the rise again

Every child deserves a bike. So we're delighted to have helped fund a bespoke trike through our Rebuilding Futures Fund for Sebastian, who lives with epilepsy, poor balance and co-ordination as a result of meningitis

The last few London Landmarks places on #TeamTangerine are still available - and 2021 runners Michelle and Lisa have shared why you should join us!

Since September 2021, there has been an increase in MenB cases - particularly amongst England university students - following the relaxing of lockdown restrictions

Jennifer shares the impact of living with a brother who had meningitis, and the great experiences they’ve both enjoyed through our Believe & Achieve programme

Dr Tom Nutt reflects on the achievements and challenges of the past year, with determination for carrying on the fight against meningitis in 2022

We’re thrilled to welcome TV presenter, radio host and former pop star Danielle Nicholls and her husband, ex professional footballer and now Stoke City assistant manager Dean Holden, as our latest Celebrity Ambassadors

Fresh from their John O'Groats to Lands End challenge, Team Alexis Rose is already gearing up for a jam-packed year of fundraising, in memory of Perth toddler Alexis Rose

Meningitis Now have joined forces with MRF and patient groups from around the world to urge governments not to be complacent about other infectious diseases in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic

Meningitis left Orla with after-effects such as fatigue, anxiety and nightmares. But thanks to a course of CBT through Believe & Achieve, she feels more positive, motivated and in control of her life again

Congratulations to our brilliant Celeb Ambassador Lisa Snowdon, who raised a fantastic £14,500 towards our lifesaving and life-changing work at the weekend

The new strategy for Acquired Brain Injury (ABI), which can be an after-effect of meningitis, will make a big difference to everyone affected who needs support

Our second Forever Weekend, held in Market Bosworth in November, brought together families all from different backgrounds yet all bereaved by meningitis

Our annual Christmas Celebration Concert returns to Gloucester Cathedral on Thursday 2 December, and you're invited to join us - online or in person

This week, thanks to The Big Give, your donations are worth double! By donating this week, you will be making a real and direct difference to people affected by meningitis

We are saddened to learn of the loss of the granddaughter of TV's health and fitness coach, Mr Motivator, to the disease

A recent donation of £5,000 to Meningitis Now from The Edward Dee Fund is the latest in a long list of donations that Liz and her hard-working team have made towards our work, in memory of Edward

Who better to light up Clifton Village for Christmas than the little girl who lights up the lives of everyone who meets her?

Fans of TV game show Catchphrase will see a familiar face on Saturday 4 December - our Celebrity Ambassador Lisa Snowdon, who hopes to win some money for our lifesaving work

Sixteen Turtle Tots franchisees took part in our Splash Now - Splash Week during October, raising vital awareness of meningitis and a fantastic amount towards our work