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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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2,030 voices for 2030

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Genevieve B.'s story

Karen talks about the after-effects of her daughter Genevieve's viral meningitis, which she contracted aged 14.

Tay WalkingShield's story

Tay talks about her difficulty receiving treatment for meningitis and the subsequent effect it has had on her.

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Rowena Orrell's story

Rowena talks about contracting viral meningitis and the after-effects she has experienced since her illness.