Meningitis in your words

Confederation of Meningitis Organisations (CoMO) member Andy shares his journey surviving meningitis and gaining a new life purpose.

Doctor Leah reflects on the importance of early diagnosis and vaccination, and how treating meningitis shaped her medical expertise.

Author and poet Michael lost his son, Eddie, to meningitis in 1999, when Eddie was only eighteen years old.

Twins Polly and Felicity reflect on surviving meningitis as babies, and why they’re running the London Marathon for Meningitis Research Foundation.

Sue reflects back to March 1993 when her twin daughters became seriously ill with meningitis, leading to two weeks in hospital.

Philip shares his experience of the terrifying weeks when both of his twin daughters were diagnosed with meningitis.

Lisa’s account of surviving MenB as a university student, its lasting impact, and her journey from intensive care to rebuilding her life.

Drag artist and RuPaul’s Drag Race UK star Lewis, also known as Ginny Lemon, shares their experience of viral meningitis.

Meningitis Research Foundation Ambassador Marie discusses her experience with meningitis and the importance of sharing her story.

Samantha shares her experience of contracting bacterial meningitis whilst heavily pregnant with her daughter.

Actor Jimmy recounts the two weeks in 1998 when meningitis nearly took his life, and the subsequent impact on his memory and career.

Elise shares her son’s terrifying battle with meningitis after a mild fever - and how early treatment led to a full recovery.