Meningitis
affects more than 2.5m people globally each year
1/10 die as a result
2/10 left with an impairment like brain injury or amputation
Meningitis Progress Tracker

Meningitis Progress Tracker

We're tracking progress towards defeating meningitis by visualising the story of meningitis for the very first time
We are starting an occasional series that brings together a summary of the latest research findings. Called Researching meningitis: the latest progress.
Exploring key findings from our 2024 research report Meningitis Health Communications: Examining channels, messaging and best practice in the African Meningitis Belt.

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Beyond meningitis

Many people don’t want to be defined by their illness. Here, they share their stories of personal growth, pursuing their passions and fulfilling their ambitions. Explore real life stories
Conor Heaviside's full story
  • UK
  • Bacterial meningitis
  • Baby 0-1
Conor Heaviside's story My Son contracted Bacterial Meningitis in Jan 1995 when he was 9 months old...
Alfie Cook's full story
  • UK
  • Viral
Alfie Cook's story Three weeks prior to our son being admitted to hospital, we thought he had a typical cold coming...
Provide a lifeline for those in need
Provide a lifeline for those in need
£6/€7.20/$8 pays for a 30 minute call from a trained support officer.

They listen to the issues faced by someone struggling with the impact of meningitis, and provide detailed information and support.