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Following Chris Fonseca's incredible performance on BBC1 at the weekend, Meningitis Now's Senior Designer Jules explains what it's like to hear through a cochlear implant

Anxiety is a very common long-term after-effect of bacterial meningitis, with nearly 1 in 5 children displaying prominent signs of anxiety after recovery.

Ruth, one of our lovely Lake District 8 Peak Challenge participants in 2018, shares her experience of the event and how it was so much more than just a trekking challenge

This study into the rehabilitation process is not commissioned or instigated by Meningitis Now, but we are happy to help people get a message out that could benefit people.

Meningitis survivor Taylor needs your vote to help him play like any other child his age; find out how you can help here

We are asking partners and spouses of brain injury survivors to share their experiences to help us learn about the impact post-brain injury fatigue can have; can you help?

Tilly will be taking on the ‘Gung Ho’ 5K inflatable run at Wynard Hall, Durham on 31 March, raising money for Meningitis Now.

When Bobby became unwell and was diagnosed with tonsillitis, mum Jane knew that something still wasn't right

Young makeup artist Billie was just beginning to live her dream when she was struck down with meningitis. Now, her close friend Sarah is fundraising to help with her recovery

It's been confirmed that The Temptations singer Dennis Edwards died from meningitis-related health issues aged 74

Riders like international dressage star Katherine, who contracted meningitis aged 21 months, have benefitted from riding at the centre for more than 35 years

Seven-year-old Caspar was left almost completely deaf after contracting meningitis, but dad Patrick is helping him to overcome the difficulties that he faces

At age 5, Peacock contracted meningococcal meningitis and septicaemia and as a result lost his right leg below the knee.

Levana Hanson is celebrating her GCSE results and getting a place in sixth form. This success comes after she fought back against meningitis when she was a baby, which sadly left her with both legs amputated.

Meningitis Now supporter Sally Gillespie, 38, of Up Hatherley, has been inspired to take on a Tough Mudder

Andrea used poetry to help her cope with her meningitis experience. Read her story and poems here!

Would you know how to talk to someone with an Acquired Brain Injury? Unfortunately some people who contract meningitis suffer damage to their brain. Here we learn about the top 6 things you should avoid saying to people living with ABI

After contracting meningitis Artist Arthur lost his sight. Instead of giving up a hobby he loved, Arthur continued to paint and is now affectionately known as 'The Blind Artist'

Jay contracted meningitis in 2004 when he was 16-months-old. Now, 13 years later he is learning to live with his disabilities caused by the disease.

Until now there has been no dedicated funding for children’s sports and activity prostheses, meaning that young people with amputations or congenital limb loss following conditions like meningitis may have been limited to standard prosthetics

Tom, a 38-year-old financial consultant from Brighton is still experiencing the after-effects of viral meningitis

A musical evening at a local pub has raised money for a young meningitis survivor from Nottingham as she fights back from the disease, and our ongoing research, awareness and support work

We’d like to send a massive congratulations to 14-year-old meningitis survivor, Lauren Booth, who clinched a new British Para Cycling record in November

Today – 3 December – is International Day of Persons with Disabilities

Last week, the hard work and inspiring actions of meningitis survivor, Helen Dolphin, were recognised at Buckingham Palace where she received MBE status

Music lessons will help a Lancashire youngster combat the after-effects of meningitis after he contracted the devastating disease as a baby

Nicola Poole, was devastated when her new-born son, Curtis, contracted meningitis and was not expected to survive.

Congratulations to two courageous West Midlands youngsters, who are celebrating scooping a top bravery award

A Tunbridge Wells man is taking on his first triathlon this weekend to raise awareness of meningitis and funds to help fight it after his daughter fought back from the disease

One of our supporters in Essex is urging people to dress up to help defeat the deadly disease

A morning filled with ‘Coffee and Cake’ has raised over £450 for Meningitis Now

Meningitis survivor, Harmonie-Rose, will join Meningitis Now ‘Under the Sea’ for her first Toddle Waddle fundraiser

Look out for a television documentary featuring our new Young Ambassador, Jacob Gray, on BBC 3 at 9pm on Monday 3 August

An Essex fundraiser is a cut above when it comes to fighting meningitis

Supporting those affected by meningitis is at the forefront of what we do at Meningitis Now