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We exist to save lives & rebuild futures - funding research, raising awareness & providing support.π Nurse-led Helpline 0808 80 10 388 π https://t.co/Xq3KB2tTal
Stroud, Gloucestershire, UK
Joined May 2009
In honour of the hospital that saved her life when she was 8 months old, Olivia and team walked from her home to The Portland Hospital to raise money for Meningitis Now. Read more here. π #MeningitisNow #bacterialmeningitis #fundraisingchallenge
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Baby Ellis fell ill with blisters in his mouth and lips and a high temperature. He was lethargic, rejected feeds and his skin was mottled and pale. He was later diagnosed with viral meningitis. Read more here. π #MeningitisNow #viralmeningitis
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Wow, what a start to the year! ποΈ We want to say the biggest well done and thank you to everyone who took part and fundraised to raise a brilliant Β£17,500! Feel inspired? Check out our other events π #MeningitisNow #SquatsSaveLives #Januarychallenge
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Bob became ill with meningococcal meningitis and septicaemia at the age of 17 in 1974. He went to bed shaking and awoke a few hours later with purple spots all over and paralysed legs. π - #MeningitisNow #meningococcalmeningitis #septicaemia #rash
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The Red Dragon Firewalk / Llwybr tΓ’n y Ddraig Goch π Could you take on the heat and raise vital funds for meningitis? π₯ Sign up today! π #MeningitisNow #TheRedDragonFirewalk #signup
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What is meningitis? π€ Meningitis is the inflammation of the membranes that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord. Some bacteria that cause meningitis can also cause #septicaemia Read the key facts π
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Why share your story with us?𧑠Help us continue to make a difference, share your story today. #MeningitisNow #shareyourstory #makingadifference
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Did you know? π€ We have lots of options in our accessibility toolbar on our website to help you access the information however you need it. Give it a try here π #MeningitisNow #accessibilitymatters
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@TransVictoire A rash that doesn't fade under pressure, alongside the other signs and symptoms of meningitis (see here - could be a sign of meningitis and requires urgent medical attention.
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