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Students heading to uni this year are being urged to seek medical attention if they become unwell and not assume they have coronavirus

Abbie Williams shares her deeply personal account of coping with grief and bereavement, to mark the anniversary of the loss of brother Alex

Meningitis Now are concerned about findings in a new report that shows failings in the healthcare system designed to protect mothers and unborn babies from Group B strep

With face coverings becoming more commonplace, find out more about why they are advised and the guidance in place

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

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.

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 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.

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.

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

If anyone taking part in any of our events has any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to speak to one of our friendly team