The MRF Blog

Vaccines are one of the most effective public health interventions in history, saving billions of lives since the first vaccine was produced in 1798. So how exactly do they work?

Meningitis is a deadly and complicated disease - so is it actually possible to truly "defeat" it? Find out here.

We've invested nearly £20 million into meningitis research since 1989. Now, we're looking back at our most incredible achievements so far.

As meningitis and sepsis are deadly responses to infection, often caused by the same bacteria, prevention, treatment and support for both are intertwined.

Our Director of Communications explores the risk of climate change in relation to meningitis.

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

Professor James Stuart explains how meningitis travels between people.

As winter hits, we get asked a lot about why the number of people getting meningitis increases over this time of year here in the UK and Ireland.

What is sepsis? What is septicaemia? Are they the same? Our Director of Communications explains.

As meningitis and sepsis are deadly responses to infection, often caused by the same bacteria, prevention, treatment and support for both are intertwined.

Meningitis is a deadly and complicated disease - so is it actually possible to truly "defeat" it? Find out here.

Currently, a lumbar puncture is the only way to confirm a case of meningitis. Our Support and Membership Manager explains the procedure.

The rash does not always appears in cases of meningitis, and the word ‘rash’ itself may be misleading. So, what actually is it?

Vaccine hesitancy is one of the biggest threats to global health. But why does it happen?

Vaccines are one of the most effective public health interventions in history, saving billions of lives since the first vaccine was produced in 1798. So how exactly do they work?

For World Antibiotic Awareness Week, MRF Chief Executive Vinny Smith discusses the threat of antibiotic resistance.

Dr Matthew Thompson explains the challenges faced by medical professionals in diagnosing meningitis.

Rachel Davis, a third year student at the University of Bristol, asks why some students don't get their free MenACWY vaccine.

MRF Evidence and Policy Manager (Prevention), Claire Wright, discusses the pros and cons of making vaccination compulsory in the fight against meningitis and septicaemia

Mike Davies contracted bacterial meningitis in 2017. This is his story.

Many of the after effects of meningitis aren't immediately obvious. In this blog, Support Manager Cat explains how we can help.

Charlotte Hannibal, MRF Ambassador, lost her lower legs to meningitis aged 18. In this blog, her Dawn mother talks about Charlotte's experience of learning to drive again.

The world of prosthetic limbs is changing fast. Erin Gilbert, our Community Fundraiser, looks into the latest developments aiming to improve the lives of amputees throughout the world, and explains how Meningitis Research Foundation can help those who've lost limbs to meningitis and septicaemia.

MRF investigates the impact of social media on meningitis survivors.

MRF Information and Support Officer, Katherine Carter reports on our latest family day for those affected by meningitis and septicaemia

The 'Strengthening Patient Voices' project was launched in 2018 between MRF and CoMO.

On the eve of her retirement, our Regional Director Diane McConnell reflects on how far MRF has come.

MRF Chief Executive Vinny Smith explains how we're going to defeat meningitis by 2030.

Kirstie was told her daughter had an ear infection, but her instincts told her it was something else. She explains why the theme for Meningitis Awareness Week 2018 is so important.

Will Storey is taking on an ultramathon all the way from Ullapool to Skye Bridge, in aid of MRF. In his own words, Will explains why he’s taking on this challenge.

Esther, Events Manager, tells us what she's learned about running for TeamMRF in her five years at the charity.

Chloe Milloy takes us behind the scenes at Superhero Tri, with MRF as a proud Charity Partner.

90p/€1 produces a detailed ‘Your Guide’ information pack for parents when a child is recovering from meningitis

The MRF Membership and Support team are here for you for any questions you might have about meningitis and septicaemia and their effects on you or your family and friends.

MRF’s helpline hours are Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm

Tel: UK 080 8800 3344/Ireland 1800 41 33 44

We fund research into the prevention, detection and treatment of meningitis and sepsis

A global vision for meningitis by 2030 and an action plan to get there.