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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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A photograph of baby Luke with an operation scar across his head.

Luke Tamsett’s story

Luke’s father Mark shares the story of his son’s recovery following group A streptococcal meningitis as a baby.

A portrait of Evie Lawlor

Evie Lawlor's story

Evie’s mother Nicola shares the story of Evie’s group A streptococcal septicaemia and recovery.