Ellé Schofield’s story
Viral meningitis changed Ellé's life at 24. But recovery, hope and resilience have shaped her journey since.
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Herbert Cruz’s story
Herbert reflects on living with recurrent meningitis and sharing his story to inspire and give hope to others.
Ana Castillo's story
Confederation of Meningitis Organisations (CoMO) member Ana shares her experience with meningitis.
CoMO member
Hannah Ewing's story
Hannah shares the story of contracting pneumococcal meningitis twice within a year and how Meningitis Research Foundation supported her.
Olivia Griffiths' story
Olivia shares her experience of surviving meningitis twice, and how she's supporting Meningitis Research Foundation.
Esmé Hollens’ story
After developing viral meningitis while volunteering in Uganda as a teenager, Esmé reflects on recovery, university and lasting mental impacts.
Sylvia Djawahir's story
Sylvia shares her experience of TB meningitis, from early symptoms and hospitalisation to long-term recovery and life after discharge.
Ludovic Peze's story
Confederation of Meningitis Organisations (CoMO) member Ludovic shares his experience with meningitis.
CoMO member
Tracey Fallan's story
Tracey talks about how the after-effects of bacterial meningitis have impacted her physical and mental health.
Jake William Maroney's story
Jake has had meningitis six times as a result of complications from cholesteatomas. Here shares his story, including the after-effects he's experienced.