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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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Davide Morana holding the Meningitis Flag

Davide Morana's story

After surviving bacterial meningitis and losing his limbs, Davide rebuilt his life as a para-athlete, motivational speaker and co-creator of the Meningitis Flag.

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Frank Rogers' story

Frank was only days old when he was diagnosed with meningitis caused by group B strep. His mum, Kate, shares their family's story.

Onaiza Fice's story

Meningitis Research Foundation Ambassador Onaiza Fice shares the story of losing her baby son, Zain, to sepsis when he was just one month old.

Meningitis Research Foundation ambassador, Martin Yaxley

Martin Yaxley's story

Meningitis Research Foundation Ambassador Martin talks about the after-effects of meningitis and the importance of giving back.

Earl Falconer's story

UB40 bassist Earl reflects on surviving bacterial meningitis and his road to recovery with the support of his family and bandmates.

Sylvia smiling

Sylvia Djawahir's story

Sylvia shares her experience of TB meningitis, from early symptoms and hospitalisation to long-term recovery and life after discharge.

Kaya Aisake smiling

Kaya Luna Aisake’s story

Kaya was just a toddler when she was diagnosed with meningitis. Her mother, Candice Patrick, shares their family’s experience.

Ludovic Peze wearing a headset and headphones and a cap

Ludovic Peze's story

Confederation of Meningitis Organisations (CoMO) member Ludovic shares his experience with meningitis.

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Cat Shehu and her daughter Dolcie

Cat Shehu's story

Cat shares her experience of losing a baby to group B strep at 24 weeks and the birth of her subsequent daughter.

Juttima Chinnasri's story

Model and social media influencer Juttima shares the story of losing both of her legs after contracting meningococcal septicaemia in 2018.

Mahwish Mustafa's story

Mum of three and social media influencer Mahwish supported her young son, Ali, after he contracted meningitis.