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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.

Meningitis Now would like to celebrate all of the heroes currently fundraising during the coronavirus lockdown via the 2.6 Challenge. This really does make a huge difference to us.

Meningitis Now’s Digital Marketing & Design Officer Rachel Oakley conquers The Three Peaks Challenge for Meningitis Now, on her staircase

Despite the coronovirus outbreak, the Meningitis Now nurse-led helpline is still very much open. Our Helpline and Information Manager explains how this is operating at this time

Especially in these incredibly trying times, it is encouraging to see a positive fundraising story. Many thanks to our great corporate partners who continue to support Meningitis Now

We at Meningitis Now are concerned that during the coronavirus outbreak, people may not be taking appointments to receive routine vaccinations.

As advised by the Government, Meningitis Now have taken steps to protect staff, volunteers and all our supporters from the spread of coronavirus

Since 1992, April has been Stress Awareness Month. At at time when this seems particularly poignant, Meningitis Now want to reassure you that we're here for you

With the situation around coronavirus continuing to evolve and changes happening on an almost daily basis, Meningitis Now want to reassure you that we will still be here for you

Sophia is one of the latest meningitis survivors to benefit from our Rebuilding Futures Fund, with an iPad to help combat her visual impairment