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Meningitis in your words

Here you’ll find stories from those whose lives have been changed by meningitis. Whether you’ve experienced it, supported someone, lost a loved one, or are working to defeat it, your story matters.

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Lisa Shoko’s story

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

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Jamie Thomas' story

Jamie shares his difficult recovery from meningitis and the effects it's had on his mental health.

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David Dzierozynski's story

David shares his story of surviving TB meningitis as a child and the after-effects he's experienced since then.

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Linda Budhu's story

Linda tells her story of contracting meningitis aged 42, and the after-effects including depression.

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Elizabeth Day's story

Elizabeth talks about having meningitis aged 8, and the effect it has had on her life since then.

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Adrian Clarke's story

Adrian describes the symptoms and after-effects he has experienced from meningococcal meningitis.