News & Stories
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Stories
Amandeep and Arjun fighting back
Twenty-five people from the Leeds area are taking to the mat at the British Military Martial Arts centre in the city in November for a charity martial arts beginners’ class. It’s all the brainchild and part of the fight back from meningitis by our supporter Amandeep. She shares her story and why being given a second chance is priceless here.
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News
Ribbon Appeal
Every year, we remember those who have lost their lives to meningitis by adorning our Tree of Remembrance with ribbon dedications from our supporters. In dedicating a ribbon to a loved one and making a vital donation in their honour, you can help ensure Meningitis Now can continue to be there for everyone facing life after meningitis.
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Stories
Alex T's Story
A talented DJ with his whole future ahead of him, 25-year-old Alex from Leeds tragically died in 2020 after contracting meningitis. His mum, Sue, has shared her son’s story in support of our annual Ribbon Appeal, which offers everyone the chance to remember their loved ones and donate to fight back against this devastating disease.
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Stories
Glyn B's story
Glyn from Belfast was diagnosed with viral meningitis at 39. The after-effects impacted her confidence and work-life. With a positive change in career and the help of a Community Support Officer Glyn has been able to regain her confidence and begin to enjoy things again.
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Events
Excitement and creativity as Believers and Achievers try out new activities
In an event filled with excitement, creativity and connection, eight young people had the opportunity to take part in our Believe & Achieve Activity Day recently, themed around the five ways to wellbeing. Our Believe & Achieve Youth Work Coordinator Mikala Gatley, who organised the event, reflects on the day here.
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News
Meningitis Now supports NHS call for people to protect themselves against the disease
At Meningitis Now, we fully support NHS England’s recent call for young adults, parents, and carers to take action to protect themselves and their loved ones against meningitis.
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Fundraising
Conquering Mont Blanc to raise meningitis awareness
Congratulations to Scott and everyone on his team for successfully conquering their Mont Blanc challenge recently.
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Fundraising
Cycling for the Vicar from Paris to Bridgwater
This year’s Cycle for the Vicar event reached a successful conclusion at the weekend as 14 weary cyclists pulled into Bridgwater Cricket Club in Somerset after a 330-mile ride from the Eiffel Tower in Paris.
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News
Lighting the tracks ahead for World Meningitis Day
On Tuesday 1 October, we teamed up with Great Western Railway (GWR) to run a special train service, followed by a gathering at London Paddington attended by Lisa Snowdon, ‘lighting the tracks ahead’ – to a future where nobody in the UK dies of meningitis and all those affected get the support they need to rebuild their lives.
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News
A fantastic Five Valleys Walk
Our flagship sponsored walk took place on Sunday 29 September and saw over 1400 walkers walk through the stunning Cotswold countryside, helping us in the fight against meningitis every step of the way. So far the walkers have raised an incredible £42,000!
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News
Making a splash with Turtle Tots
Meningitis Now are delighted to announce we are once again teaming up again with national swim school, Turtle Tots, with our Splash Now event this October. And it was wonderful to be invited along to their annual conference on 12th September, to share and celebrate their successes.
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Fundraising
Leaving a gift in your will – Geoff, Lynda and Emma’s story
Gifts in Wills from our supporters are an incredible way to help us fulfil our vision of a future where no-one in the UK loses their life to meningitis and everyone affected gets the support they need. Behind each gift lies a powerful and emotional story. Supporter Geoff Howse and his wife Lynda have made Meningitis Now a beneficiary of their wills. He tells us why here.