Meningitis in your words

Sarah had meningitis aged 4, and has had debilitating after-effects in the decades since, but has struggled to get treatment and support.

C.J. shares his experience of viral meningitis and how its after-effects have impacted his quality of life.

Jamie shares his difficult recovery from meningitis and the effects it's had on his mental health.

Fiona shares the story of her daughter Lucy’s diagnosis with meningococcal meningitis and her recovery.

Jenny shares the story of her son Arthur’s premature arrival and subsequent battle with meningitis.

James talks about his experience of meningitis and the daily migraines he has suffered since his illness.

Marjorie shares how she's affected by recurrent viral meningitis, and how she's managed each episode and its after-effects.

Lysey shares the story of her daughter Phoebe’s meningitis at 20 days old and the after-effects she's experienced, including sleep problems.

Debbie talks about how her son Matt contracted meningitis while at university, and shares her advice to students.

Susan shares the story of her son Ian’s death from meningitis following six days in a coma.

Carrie talks about being in intensive care with bacterial meningitis, the after-effects and how she feels lucky to have survived.

Kodee describes his recurring migraines and back pain symptoms, and the treatment he has received.