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Meningitis Trust In the UK alone, there are over 500,000 people who have had meningitis. Over the years, thousands of families have had to face a future without a loved one and 1 in 4 adults in the UK today know of someone who has had meningitis. Those who have survived are left coping with debilitating after effects including deafness, blindness, limb loss, learning difficulties, memory issues and behavioural problems – any of which can lead to enforced lifestyle changes and relationship issues. The impact is life-changing for those directly affected and their family and friends - whatever outcome the disease leaves behind. Meningitis will never go away and so neither will we. Our Vision is for all communities to be aware of the threat and impact of meningitis and for anyone affected to have access to quality care and support for as long as they need it. Our Mission is to reduce the devastating impact of meningitis by: • raising awareness of the disease with health professionals and the general public – prompt action can save a life or reduce the likelihood of after-effects • providing the professional services and support to everyone affected for as long as they need it – helping people to rebuild their lives empowering other people and organisations by working together - improving aftercare for people affected by meningitis in the UK and beyond continuing to be the leading authority on the after-effects and aftercare of meningitis - fighting for those who need support for life