Matthew Willis' story
Matthew talks about the effects of brain damage caused by pneumococcal meningitis on his son, Sam.
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.
Matthew talks about the effects of brain damage caused by pneumococcal meningitis on his son, Sam.
Melinda shares how having meningitis and sepsis at ten months has affected her daughter, Amelia.
Daraine talks about how losing her legs to meningococcal septicaemia has affected her life.
Sarah talks about her daughter Tilly's meningococcal septicaemia its after-effects, including amputations.
Ben, now a teenager, contracted Group B meningococcal disease aged three. He and his mum Christine share his story.
Kathleen talks about losing her legs to meningitis when she was at university, and how she's adjusted to the changes.
Skye's mum Gabi tells the story of her pneumococcal meningitis, and brave rehabilitation and recovery.