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Powering the research, action and advocacy for

A world free from meningitis and septicaemia

Our work

Since the charity was founded in 1989, we have awarded 161 research grants. The total value of our investment in vital scientific research is over £19.1 million (€24.7 million)

Research

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We take action that benefits people directly, including training health professionals and providing support and information services.

Action and support

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We call for positive change as a united voice against meningitis and septicaemia, and a dedicated champion for those it affects

Advocacy and campaigning

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Symptom Checker

Meningitis and septicaemia can kill and disable in hours.


Learn the symptoms and act fast

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World’s first global plan to defeat meningitis by 2030
Have your say in the plan
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Join the team
We're looking for an Advocacy and Policy Manager, an Administrator in Dublin, and a Community and Events Fundraiser for Ireland
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Jun
15
Meningitis charity trekkers raise over £20,000
In George’s memory
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11
UK Government finally rejects major vaccine report recommendations
After almost five years of deliberations
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Have your say to help defeat meningitis by 2030
Have your say to help defeat meningitis by 2030
Your views will help develop a global plan that will tell governments what is needed by people at risk of or affected by meningitis.
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About meningitis and septicaemia

Bacterial meningitis and septicaemia are serious, life threatening illnesses


Anyone, anywhere of any age can get meningitis and septicaemia

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Defeating meningitis by 2030

A global vision


An action plan to get there

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Our latest blog

What's the difference between bacterial and viral meningitis?


Dr Fiona McGill answers one of our most frequently asked questions.
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Tough Mudder


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Meningitis affects
2.8 million people globally every year
1/10 people who get bacterial meningitis will die
2/10 people who get bacterial meningitis are left with an impairment like brain injury
The Book of Experience

The Book of Experience raises awareness of the impact of the disease by enabling people to share their story and experience from a unique and personal perspective.

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Michael Hayes
Bacterial meningitis Adult 25-59 United States of America
Gemma McGee
Group W meningococcal (Men W) Young Adult 20-25 Ireland
Marcel Felimond
Meningococcal Adult 25-59 England
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