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Aria's Story
6 week old Aria had been under the weather for a few days and then her temperature peaked at 39.5.
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Ethan S’s story
Baby Ethan has had a difficult first few months of life after contracting meningitis very soon after birth. He needs daily treatment and has a very low immune system. But, mum Emma, from Burton Latimer in Northamptonshire, feels lucky to have him with her. She tells their story here
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Autumn's story
Autumn was diagnosed with meningococcal septicaemia last November, she was just 16 months old.
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Thomas N's story
The memory of her 16 year old son fighting for his life in a hospital bed still haunts Jayne. But what she didn’t know then was that 12 months later Thomas would still be in torment and she would know nothing about it
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Cadey J’s story
Cadey, from Blackpool in Lancashire, was training as a student nurse when she contracted viral meningitis in April. The 27-year-old’s symptoms included a severe headache, vomiting, neck pain, aching, loss of appetite and exhaustion, but with help and support from family and friends she’s learning to manage. She tells her story here
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Cathy T's story
Cathy was on her way back home to Cambodia when she became ill. She was given just a 20% chance of survival but great treatment and wider community support helped her pull through. It has however been a life-changing experience for the 58-year-old, prompting a move back to the UK and a new life in Whitland, West Wales as she continues her recovery. Husband Kevin tells their story
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Emma A's story
Nicki's daughter Emma was 5 months old when she contracted viral meningitis. It was Emma's unusual and 'whiney' cry which first alerted Nicki that something was wrong
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Victoria D's story
Thirty-year-old flight attendant Victoria, from Ilchester in Somerset, was struck down with viral meningitis last September. She is on the road to recovery but eight months on has not been able to return to her work as an air hostess. She recounts her experience here
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Bonnie T's story
Eleven-day-old Bonnie had a temperature, was lethargic and floppy, not eating and screamed when touched. But it was only weeks later during what she thought was a routine check-up that Donna, from Barrhead in Glasgow, discovered her daughter had contracted viral meningitis. She tells their story here
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Thomas D's story
Janine’s young son Thomas was running a high temperature and had a runny nappy. At first she just put it down to teething but consulting our signs and symptoms app persuaded her that something more serious was wrong. Janine, from Corby in Northamptonshire, tells their story here
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Rafe's story
Stephanie’s son Rafe entered the world early, already fighting a severe bacterial infection. He spent months in hospital but has proved himself a fighter and is amazing doctors by hitting all his milestones. Proud mum Stephanie, from High Wycombe in Buckinghamshire, tells their story here
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Laura M's story
First year university student Laura had been clubbing and thought she was suffering from nothing worse than a hangover. Thanks to speedy treatment and the support of family and friends she has made a good recovery, but is still struggling to return to normal life. She tells her story here