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Research published by GSK has suggested that thousands of babies and young children could be missing lifesaving vaccines during the coronavirus pandemic

Johnny has recently been inspired to celebrate his 40th birthday with a very special fundraising and awareness day for Meningitis Now

We are asking our MP contacts to support a proposal that will allow charities to continue their significant contribution to medical research and innovation

Launching on Monday 29 June, Meningitis Now's COVID-19 Young Futures Fund will provide financial support for children and young people affected by meningitis

After her husband contracted meningitis for the second time in January, Sylvia has decided to use her annual group tour to raise funds for Meningitis Now - and she'd love you to join her!

Sibling superstars Brad and Bryony didn't want to let lockdown get in the way of their fundraising efforts - so ran and cycled a whole marathon!

Did you know your unwanted possessions can help us save lives? You can now donate a percentage of your eBay sales to Meningitis Now

Freya, one of our inspirational B&A Peer Mentors, has been keeping her creativity flowing during the lockdown to raise money for us

This Carers Week, we're encouraging carers to make sure they're looking after themselves too and staying connected with others

Supporters Julie and Hannah have been hard at work creating face masks, scrub bags and bunting to help protect against coronavirus and fundraise for Meningitis Now

We, at Meningitis Now wanted to take the time to say a huge ‘thank you’ to all of our wonderful volunteers and Ambassadors, this national volunteers week

What is contact tracing? Throughout the world it has been used as an important measure to help control the spread of infectious disease including meningitis.

Even during these difficult times, Meningitis Now supporter Daniel still managed to come up with a very inventive awareness event.

Yesterday (20 May) was International Clinical Trials Day – a day that aims to raise awareness of the importance and value of clinical trials

This week (May 18 - 24) is Mental Health Awareness Week and here at Meningitis Now fully support this. We are very aware of the impact that meningitis can have on mental health.

Meningitis Now has over 30 years’ experience in supporting people affected by meningitis we have noticed several similarities in the impact of coronavirus.

Meningitis Now has welcomed the Chancellor of the Exchequers announcement that furloughing, the government’s job retention scheme, has been extended to October

Has ‘Stay Home’ advice delayed treatment for children? Meningitis Now have partnered with the University of Plymouth for this important study.

This GivingTuesday Meningitis Now would like to extend a huge vote of thanks to our supporters who have fundraised and donated so much especially in these trying times.

Vaccination is one of the greatest medical advances in the prevention of disease, even at this time, if you have one scheduled please make sure you keep the appointment.