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.
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.
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.
Linda shares her story of recovery from meningitis and the impact it has had on her life.
Jamie shares his difficult recovery from meningitis and the effects it's had on his mental health.
Carrie talks about being in intensive care with bacterial meningitis, the after-effects and how she feels lucky to have survived.
John shares his journey of learning to manage the after-effects of viral meningitis.
Karen talks about the after-effects of her daughter Genevieve's viral meningitis, which she contracted aged 14.
Tay talks about her difficulty receiving treatment for meningitis and the subsequent effect it has had on her.
Rowena talks about contracting viral meningitis and the after-effects she has experienced since her illness.