Ruth Goodfellow's story
Mary shares the story of her daughter Ruth’s death from meningitis, and finding solace in Ruth's son Andrew.
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.
Mary shares the story of her daughter Ruth’s death from meningitis, and finding solace in Ruth's son Andrew.
Misty shares the story of her son Boyd’s tragic death from meningitis aged 7 and a half.
Mike talks about his daughter Elizabeth’s death from bacterial meningitis after lake swimming, and the importance of raising awareness.
Susan shares the story of her son Ian’s death from meningitis following six days in a coma.
Rosemary shares the story of her son John’s death from meningitis when he was only 8 months old.
Vanessa’s mother Barbara shares the tragic story of her daughter’s misdiagnosis and subsequent death from meningitis.
Lauren shares how her dad Jack died from meningitis after being rushed to hospital for emergency treatment.
Ryan shares his daughter Ava’s story after she died from meningitis at only nine months old.
Jamie’s father Doug shares the story of his son’s death from meningitis in 1976.
Sheila shares the story of her daughter Tiffaney’s tragic death from meningitis after a misdiagnosis.
Jacob’s father, Andy, felt compelled to tell the story of his son’s death from meningitis after finding comfort in others' stories.
Jessica tells her story of her son Jayson’s tragic death from bacterial meningitis.